Profiles in Courage Book

Profiles in Courage, the Pulitzer Prize-winning classic by President John F. Kennedy, contains an introduction by Caroline Kennedy and a foreword by Robert F. Kennedy. Written in 1955 by the then-junior senator from Massachusetts, Kennedy's book serves as a clarion call to every American.

In Profiles in Courage, Kennedy profiles eight historical figures who displayed remarkable integrity in the face of tremendous opposition. These heroes, spanning different eras of American history, include John Quincy Adams, Daniel Webster, Thomas Hart Benton, and Robert A. Taft.

Even fifty years after its original publication, Profiles in Courage remains a moving and relevant testament to the unwavering national spirit and an unparalleled celebration of human virtue. It imparts timeless lessons on cherished virtues and serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit. As Robert Kennedy stated, the book is not just about the past, but a source of hope and confidence for the future. He emphasized that the fate of the country and the world depends on how we build upon the legacies of those who came before us.

The book includes vintage photographs, an extensive author biography, Kennedy's correspondence regarding the writing process, contemporary reviews, a letter from Ernest Hemingway, and two inspirational speeches from recipients of the Profile in Courage Award. The introduction is written by John F. Kennedy's daughter, Caroline Kennedy, and the foreword by his brother, Robert F. Kennedy.

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