Todd S. Purdum Livres

A revelatory portrait of the creative partnership that transformed musical theatre and provided the soundtrack to the American Century.

The narrative centers on the intense political struggle surrounding the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, highlighting the key players and pivotal moments that shaped this landmark legislation. Through the eyes of a seasoned Washington journalist, the account reveals the challenges, strategies, and triumphs that defined the era, ultimately illustrating how this law transformed American society and laid the groundwork for future civil rights advancements.