Review of The President’s Book of Secrets: The Untold Story of Intelligence Briefings to America’s Presidents from Kennedy to Obama
This book, “The President’s Book of Secrets: The Untold Story of Intelligence Briefings to America’s Presidents from Kennedy to Obama” is a comprehensive look into the inner workings of the highest office in the country and the intelligence agencies that serve it. Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author David Priess, it provides a unique insight into how presidents were briefed on threats and crises, as well as how they responded. With detailed accounts of each administration, the book doesn’t just provide an interesting read—it gives readers a glimpse into what it takes to be a successful president. It also looks at the challenges, successes and failures of each president so that readers can better understand their decisions and actions. The President’s Book of Secrets offers a unique window into the world of presidential decision-making and provides an invaluable resource for history buffs, political analysts and anyone interested in understanding more about why presidents do what they do.