Book · 2020 · New York Times reviewed
Reaganland
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Why people recommend it
Reaganland by Rick Perlstein is a sweeping historical work that chronicles the rise of Ronald Reagan and the conservative movement in America during the turbulent 1970s. The book has been recommended and discussed on prominent podcasts by journalists and political commentators captivated by its engaging narrative history. On The Book Review podcast, Jeffrey Toobin shared that he was currently reading the book, describing it as an immensely fun and great historical journey. Additionally, Tommy Vietor mentioned the book on Pod Save America, reminding his listeners of his frequent praise for Perlstein's exhaustive historical research and engaging storytelling style. These podcast mentions reflect the book's dual appeal as both a rigorous scholarly examination of a pivotal era in American politics and an immensely entertaining narrative that helps contemporary audiences understand the deep roots of modern political polarization and the cultural shifts that reshaped the conservative movement during the late twentieth century.
Every mention
Jeffrey Toobin well I'm reading now Rick perlin's Reagan land which is so much fun and so great 1
“well I'm reading now Rick perlin's Reagan land which is so much fun and so great”
Tommy Vietor and then Reagan Land by Rick pearlin you guys have heard me talk about Rick before 1
“and then Reagan Land by Rick pearlin you guys have heard me talk about Rick before”
Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
“oh well reagan land i'm still working through that one”
“haven't read reagan land yet but i bought it over the summer”