Empire: The Life, Legend, and Madness of Howard Hughes
Worth buying if: You need an approachable way into the subject.
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Summary
Empire: The Life, Legend, and Madness of Howard Hughes by Donald L. Barlett & James B. Steele is a history book that adds background to its subject. The available edition details are 1994 • Blackstone Audio Inc.
Why this book now
A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.
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- You need an approachable way into the subject.
- You want history told in a readable way.
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Exact edition: Edition shown · ISBN-13 9780786104321
Worth buying if: You need an approachable way into the subject.
Skip it if: You want a very different pace.
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Steady Needs some room
Steady commitment. This looks substantial enough to matter without becoming a slog.
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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.
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Exact edition: ISBN-13 9780786104321
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