The Wit and Wisdom of John F. Kennedy: An A-to-Z Compendium of Quotations

by John F. Kennedy, John F. Kennedy

Other authors: Alex Ayres (Editor)

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Though he did not live long enough to write his memoirs, John Fitzgerald Kennedy left behind a legacy of wit and wisdom that still informs the lives and hopes of the American people today. Known for his courage and charisma, he embodied the youthful, optimistic spirit of the mid-20th century American. Yet, he could also be irreverent. When questioned as to how he became a hero in World War II, he replied it was "involuntary--they sank my boat.".… (more)

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Author name	Role	Type of author	Work?	Status
Kennedy, John F.	—	primary author	all editions	confirmed
Kennedy, John F.	—	main author	all editions	confirmed
Ayres, Alex	Editor	secondary author	all editions	confirmed

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Though he did not live long enough to write his memoirs, John Fitzgerald Kennedy left behind a legacy of wit and wisdom that still informs the lives and hopes of the American people today. Known for his courage and charisma, he embodied the youthful, optimistic spirit of the mid-20th century American. Yet, he could also be irreverent. When questioned as to how he became a hero in World War II, he replied it was "involuntary--they sank my boat.".

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