An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s

Explore the tumultuous and transformative 1960s through a unique lens in An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s. This #1 New York Times bestseller by acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin offers a deeply personal journey into a pivotal decade.

Experience the era as Doris Kearns Goodwin and her husband, Richard (Dick) Goodwin, delve into over three hundred boxes of Dick’s saved documents, diaries, and memorabilia. This collection forms an unparalleled personal time capsule, illuminating both public and private moments of a decade defined by the conviction that individuals could make a difference. Discover the struggles for racial and economic justice, the tested loyalties, and the lines drawn during this era of profound change.

This compelling work, a standout in Biographies & Memoirs and relevant to Current Affairs discussions, artfully weaves together biography, memoir, and history. It provides fresh assessments of central figures like John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, and Martin Luther King Jr., offering insights gained from decades of personal and professional engagement with American history. As an Award Winner, this book provides a rich, reflective look at a generation's hopes and the enduring legacy of the 1960s.