The Rebel in the Red Jeep: Ken Hechler's Life in West Virginia Politics |
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| Author:
| Seaton, Carter Taylor |
| ISBN: | 978-1-943665-61-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jun 2017 |
| Publisher: | West Virginia University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $32.99 |
Book Description:
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Follows the personal and professional experiences of Ken Hechler, the oldest living person to have served in the US Congress, from his childhood until his marriage at 98 years of age. This biography recounts a century of accomplishments, from Hechler's introduction of innovative teaching methods, to his work as a speechwriter for President Harry Truman, and to his time representing West Virginia in the US House of Representatives.
Follows the personal and professional experiences of Ken Hechler, the oldest living person to have served in the US Congress, from his childhood until his marriage at 98 years of age. This biography recounts a century of accomplishments, from Hechler's introduction of innovative teaching methods, to his work as a speechwriter for President Harry Truman, and to his time representing West Virginia in the US House of Representatives.