The Thirty-first of March: An Intimate Portrait of Lyndon Johnson

Horace Busby, one of Lyndon B. Johnson's closest advisors, provides an intimate retelling of Johnson's politics and presidency in his book "The Thirty-First of March." The book offers a glimpse into Johnson's inner sanctum, including his political thinking, legislative agenda, and personal struggles.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2023
Publisher: University of Texas Press

Horace Busby, a close advisor to Lyndon B. Johnson, delves into the politics and presidency of the 36th President in his book, The Thirty-First of March. Spanning a twenty-year relationship, Busby offers an intimate portrayal of Johnson during a time of crisis. From the aftermath of the Kennedy assassination to the defining issues of the Great Society, including civil rights, the economy, social legislation, housing, and the Vietnam War, Busby articulates and refines Johnson's political thinking and contributes to shaping the most ambitious legislative agenda since FDR's New Deal.

The book provides a rare insight into the inner workings of Johnson's presidency, seen through the eyes of one of his closest advisors. It sheds light on Johnson's political skills, scheming nature, advice against JFK's open limousine choice, and his personal struggles with the deaths of young men in Vietnam. Busby's perspective offers a comprehensive understanding of Johnson's presidency and its impact on American history.

ISBN-13: 9781477327470