During the thirteen days in October 1962 when the United States confronted the Soviet Union over its installation of missiles in Cuba, few people shared the behind-the-scenes story as it is told here by the late Senator Robert F. Kennedy. In this unique account, he describes each of the participants during the sometimes hour-to-hour negotiations, with particular attention to the actions and views of his brother, President John F. Kennedy. In a new foreword, the distinguished historian and Kennedy adviser Arthur Schlesinger, Jr., discusses the book's enduring importance and the significance of new information about the crisis that has come to light, especially from the Soviet Union.

About the Author
Arthur M. Schlesinger (1917 - 2007) was a historian who served as special assistant to President John F. Kennedy. Among his many works are the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Age of Jackson and A Thousand Days: John F. Kennedy in the White House.

Reviews
"As a principle figure in resolving the crisis Robert Kennedy brings to it extraordinary authority, with his own insights, perspectives and very important revelations of the decision-making process at the highest level, on the brink of nuclear holocaust." -- David Schoenbrun - New York Times Book Review
"This is valuable not only as a record of the operations of the Administration during the great facedown, but as an instance of responsible brinkmanship." -- Kirkus Reviews



Book Information
ISBN 9780393318340
Author Robert F. Kennedy
Format Paperback
Page Count 192
Imprint WW Norton & Co
Publisher WW Norton & Co
Weight(grams) 177g
Dimensions(mm) 211mm * 140mm * 13mm