They were the youngest children to live in the White House in over a century -- Caroline just three and John Jr. a newborn when their father took the oath of office. They won the hearts of the American people as they romped around -- and under -- their father's desk in the Oval Office. And when, three years later, Caroline kissed JFK's coffin and John Jr. saluted the passing bier, they were forever etched in the nation's collective heart.In this book, James Spada gathers the rarest and most telling photographs of these remarkable siblings as they grew up in the center of the public spotlight, fiercely protected by their mother and yet never far from the camera's eye.Spada includes more than 250 photographs -- 150 of which have never been published -- and tells John and Caroline's life story in extended anecdotal captions.
good to see how jackie kennedy was able to shield them until they could think for themselves . some very good photo's showing how close the three were , such a pity john's crash . so now i can see why caroline wrote her book ,"The right to privacy" .
One of the best photo books about the Kennedys
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
I am a devoted collector of Kennedy material, and have seen most all photos of John and Caroline that have been published. But James Spada has done a wonderful job of seeking out the lesser known photos and making editorial choices which create a truly unique book. This volume celebrates the joy of their lives and helps salve the pain we felt as we saw them suffer loss. I would suggest this book as a gift to anyone who loved John and continues to love Caroline.
Sensational, sweet siblings
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
A truly lovely book for any 'Kennedyphile'. Beautiful pictures, many never before seen, and consise, accurate text. The book is a decade by decade photo album showing, both together and separately, what a good job Jackie did in raising these two unique individuals. As adults, they remained the closest of friends. The pictures of marital bliss between John and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy are a little heavy handed, in light of their reported strained relationship, but they still bring a tear to the eye, wondering what might have been.
Touching, tender, loving and insightful
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
James Spada has created a loving tribute to the most famous brother and sister in America, John and Caroline Kennedy. Using a range of rarely seen photographs to tell the stories of their two remarkable lives, Spada weaves an emotionally vivid account of the lives of the Camelot Kids. A tasteful, and tasty, tribute to the children of JFK and Jackie.A MUST HAVE for any Kennedy fan.
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