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Arthur Stanley Link was a preeminent American historian who devoted much of his life to understanding Woodrow Wilson. He directed publication of Wilson's papers over a period of three decades. These conversations with Link capture the spirit of the historian and explore Wilson the man, the politician, the historical figure, and his legacy. Includes a chronology of Wilson's life, and b&w historical photos. Carroll is a reporter. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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Cold and unsmiling, idealistic but stubborn – these have been the popular images of Woodrow Wilson. In truth, he was a politician of considerable ability, an eloquent speaker, and a man capable of great warmth. This 1993 interview with Arthur S. Link, as he was concluding the 69th and final volume of the Wilson Papers after 35 years, reveals a fuller and more vivid picture of the president, and the compelling tale of Link's dogged perseverance, the joy of discovery, and marvelous luck.
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