Shadow Five Presidents and the Legacy of Watergate Hardcover Book

Book "Shadow: Five Presidents and the Legacy of Watergate" by Bob Woodward. Author: Bob Woodward, the acclaimed investigative journalist known for his role in exposing the Watergate scandal alongside Carl Bernstein. Subject: The book examines the lasting impact of the Watergate scandal on the American presidency and explores how five presidents following Richard Nixon (Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and Bill Clinton) navigated this legacy. Key Themes: It delves into how the scandal affected presidential power, ethics laws, and the relationship between the presidency, Congress, and the media. Publication: "Shadow" was published in 1999, commemorating 25 years since Richard Nixon's resignation. Content: Woodward utilizes extensive research, including interviews, presidential documents, and diaries, to provide an in-depth look at the challenges faced by these post-Watergate presidents.