Biography & Autobiography - Political

Real Estate Billionaire. Reality TV star. President? Donald Trump inherited a fortune from his father. But he wanted more. Shrewd and indefatigable, he never missed an opportunity to expand his holdings. He transformed himself into an international brand. He marketed his personality into a...

Presents an account of the rise of Jimmy Hoffa. This book argues that Hoffa was compelled by a variety of social forces to place the economic interests of his union members over broad ideological concerns. It is aimed at students of labor history and...

""Maria Sophia, Queen of Naples: A Continuation of the Empress Elizabeth"" is a historical biography written by Clara Tschudi and published in 1905. The book follows the life of Maria Sophia, who was born into the royal family of Austria and later became the...

The book ""Narrative of Captain James Fawckner's Travels on the Coast of Benin, West Africa"" is a firsthand account of the experiences of Captain James Fawckner during his travels along the coast of Benin in West Africa. The book is written by a friend...

Author: Jared SparksISBN-10: 1429019875ISBN-13: 9781429019873Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (SC)Language: EnglishPublished: 06/12/2009Pages: 528Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.75lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.17w x 1.30d

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

The evocative, first-hand accounts of American ambassador Henry Morgenthau regarding the Armenian genocide are one of the most thorough, authoritative sources on the atrocities. This book contains the full accounts of Henry Morgenthau throughout his posting in Constantinople, Turkey. At the time the Ottoman...

""A Twice Crowned Queen: Anne Of Brittany"" is a historical biography that was first published in 1906. The book tells the story of Anne of Brittany, who was a prominent figure in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Anne was the daughter of...

The Letters of Robert R. Livingston: The Diplomatic Story of the Louisiana Purchase is a book written by Edward Alexander Parsons. It is a collection of letters written by Robert R. Livingston, one of the key figures in the Louisiana Purchase, which was a...

""George W. Joseph: His Life"" is a biographical account of the life of George W. Joseph, written by author Lester Adams. The book chronicles Joseph's life from his childhood in rural America to his rise as a successful businessman and philanthropist.The book explores Joseph's...

""Thomas Worthington of Ohio: Founder, Senator, Governor, and First Citizen"" is a biography written by Frank Theodore Cole and published in 1903. The book details the life of Thomas Worthington, a prominent figure in Ohio's early history. Worthington was a founder of the state's...

The Elwell Family In America: A Genealogy Of Robert Elwell (1890) is a book written by Jacob Thomas Elwell that provides a comprehensive account of the Elwell family's history in America. The book is centered around Robert Elwell, who is the earliest known ancestor...

""Reminiscences of Glassmaking"" is a historical account of the glassmaking industry in the United States during the mid-19th century. Written by Deming Jarves, a prominent figure in the glassmaking industry at the time, the book provides an insider's perspective on the technological advancements, business...

The Lord And The Vassal: A Familiar Exposition Of The Feudal System In The Middle Ages, With Its Causes And Consequences is a historical book written by Francis Palgrave in 1844. The book provides a comprehensive and accessible explanation of the feudal system that...

An Ohio family with roots in the South, the Ewings influenced the course of the Midwest for more than fifty years. Patriarch Thomas Ewing, a former Whig senator and cabinet member who made his fortune as a real estate lawyer, raised four major players...

This new biography provides a full account of Leon Trotsky's political life, based upon a wealth of primary sources, including previously unpublished material.Ian D. Thatcher paints a new picture of Trotsky's standing in Russian and world history. Key myths about Trotsky's heroic work as...

Dunne was a significant figure in Illinois politics in the early 20th century, serving as a judge, mayor, and governor. In this illuminating biography, readers will gain a deep understanding of Dunne's life and legacy, including his efforts to implement progressive policies in Chicago...

Sovereignty, democracy, secularism, pro-poor orientation and modern scientific outlook, core values of the India's Independence Movement have in short been described as 'the Idea of India'. Jawaharlal Nehru not only fought for these values during the freedom struggle but also played a pivotal role...

A farmer and lawyer, Derek Quigley had entered Parliament just five years earlier as National MP for Rangiora. After his falling out with Muldoon he was an advisor to the Lange/Douglas Labour government, then a cofounder of the ACT Party. Re-elected to Parliament in...

Former Chief of Staff to President George H.W. Bush and New York Times bestselling author of The Man I Knew, Jean Becker shares touching and pivotal life lessons from a leader that left a mark on people's hearts and souls. As America heads into...

Even today, over 200 years after the event, controversy and debate continue over the shocking Peterloo massacre in Manchester, resulting in the deaths of 18 innocent people attending a peaceful meeting, with over 600 injured. There have been a few books on the events...

This book provides a unique insight into the life and experiences of Eduard Bernstein, a prominent socialist and political theorist. In 'My Years of Exile, ' Bernstein reflects on his life in exile, his political activism, and the challenges he faced in pursuing his...

Learn about the fascinating lives of Motilal and Jawaharlal Nehru, two of India's most important political leaders. From their early days in the independence movement to Jawaharlal's tenure as India's first prime minister, this book provides an insightful look at the Nehru family's contributions...

While assisting in the care of an aging and yet very active parent, the author recounts many of the stories that were often told to her by her mother of some of the most memorable and vivid scenes in her long life of more...

In 2008 Wayne Johnston became the second prominent Canadian writer to enlighten and entertain audiences as a speaker in the Canadian Literature Centre's Henry Kreisel Lecture Series. He spoke to an enthusiastic audience at the University of Alberta about the myths and realities surrounding...

From Gregory s Diggings prospector to Denver mayor, Richard Sopris left an indelible mark on the Mile High City and Centennial State. During an 1860 prospecting expedition, Sopris discovered Glenwood Springs and the nearly thirteen-thousand-foot summit later named for him. Following life as a...

""A Political Textbook For 1860"" is a comprehensive guide to the presidential nominations and elections of that year, written by Horace Greeley. The book provides a detailed overview of the political climate in the United States at the time, including the major issues and...

This vintage book is William Frank McCombs' 1859 biography, "Making Woodrow Wilson President". Written with the skill of a novelist and the meticulous detail of a scholar, this detailed biography presents a vivid picture of Wilson that arguably delves further into his personality and...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our...

Benjamin Franklin Shively, Late A Senator From Indiana: Memorial Addresses (1917) is a book that contains a collection of speeches and tributes given in honor of Benjamin Franklin Shively, a former senator from Indiana who passed away in 1916. The book was compiled and...

Gerald R. Ford (1913-2006), the thirty-eighth president of the United States, grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and by all accounts modeled exemplary behavior. In this biography Hendrik Booraem carefully examines that image and the reputation that Ford earned during his early years, telling...

Disease Knows No Politics is a timely, inspirational medical and political memoir that champions the American Dream and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), while recounting the extraordinary immigrant journey of Dr. Elias Zerhouni, former NIH director under President George W. Bush, presidential envoy...

Contributors include: Bill Hemmer, Charles Payne, Dierks Bentley, Gillian Turner, Harold Ford Jr, Jackie DeAngelis, Jared Cohen, Jesse Watters, Jessica Tarlov, Jimmy Failla, John Roberts, Lawrence Jones, Martha MacCallum, Salena Zito, Trey Gowdy, Bret Baier, Judge Jeanine Piro, Shannon Bream, Ainsley Earhardt, Benjamin Hall,...

The first major biography of Jeannette Rankin, a groundbreaking suffragist, activist, and the first American woman to hold federal office."Few members of Congress have ever stood more alone while being true to a higher honor and loyalty."--President John F. Kennedy on Jeannette Rankin Born...

Author: Frank HickeyISBN-10: 1733175083ISBN-13: 9781733175081Publisher: Pigtown BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/17/2025Pages: 200Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.51lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.46d

From the author of the acclaimed New York Times bestseller LAWRENCE IN ARABIA a stunningly revelatory narrative history of one of the most momentous events in modern times, the jaw-dropping stupidity of the American government, and the dawn of the age of religious nationalism....

From political economist, cabinet member, beloved professor, media presence, and bestselling author of Saving Capitalism and The Common Good, a deeply-felt, compelling memoir of growing up in a baby-boom America that made progress in certain areas, fell short in so many important ways, and...

A biography of Isaac Ingalls Stevens, a prominent nineteenth-century American politician, written by his son Hazard Stevens. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of the Pacific Northwest, as well as the life and times of one of its...

In a searing political memoir, former Alabama Governor Don Siegelman explodes the myth of an impartial U.S. justice system. He should know. Arguably the most successful and promising politician in modern Alabama history, his three-decade career in public service ran afoul of Republican opponents...

The first full-length treatment of Ed Broadbent's ideas and remarkable seven-decade engagement in public life Part memoir, part history, part political manifesto, Seeking Social Democracy offers the first full-length treatment of Ed Broadbent's ideas and remarkable seven-decade engagement in public life. In dialogue with...

An investigation of Sachs's schizophrenic career, and the worldwide havoc he has caused. Jeffrey Sachs is a man with many faces. A celebrated economist and special advisor to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, he is also no stranger to the world of celebrity, accompanying Bono,...

John Neely Kennedy: The Wit, Wisdom, and Willpower of a Senator takes readers on an engaging journey into the life and career of one of America's most intriguing political figures. Known for his sharp wit, down-to-earth wisdom, and unwavering dedication to his principles, Senator...

In Madam President, explore the remarkable journey of Kamala Harris, the first woman of South Asian and African American descent to serve as Vice President of the United States. This biography highlights her rise from the streets of Oakland to the heights of Washington,...

From the internationally acclaimed director of S-21: The Khmer Rouge Killing Machine, a survivor's breathtaking autobiography that grapples with the horrors of dictatorship and genocide, now with a new introduction. Rithy Panh was only thirteen years old when the Khmer Rouge expelled his family...

A portrait of one of Australia's longest-serving prime ministers, this biography goes behind the public image to find neither the strong-willed man of principle his supporters like to imagine nor the cunning opportunist painted by his foes. The discussion covers Howard's suburban middle-class upbringing...

Vladimir Putin, an enigmatic and influential figure in contemporary global politics, has held a significant place in the annals of Russian history. Born on October 7, 1952, in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg), Putin emerged as a formidable leader, serving as both President and Prime...

This book chronicles the life and career of Sir John Macdonald, the first prime minister of Canada. It offers an engaging and informative portrait of Macdonald's personality, his political vision, his major achievements and controversies, and the social and historical context of his time....

The basis for the Emmy award-winning limited series starring Hugh Grant and Ben Whishaw A behind-the-scenes look at the desperate, scandalous private life of a British MP and champion manipulator, and the history-making trial that exposed his dirty secrets While Jeremy Thorpe served as...

The true story of the Ford brothers--one lost too soon, the other who continues to fight for the people--in their own wordsDuring his tumultuous term as mayor of Toronto, Rob Ford always stayed on message--saving taxpayers money and putting the brakes on the "gravy...

The Deer Family is a non-fiction book written by Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. The book is a comprehensive study of the deer family, including their habits, habitats, and behavior. Roosevelt draws on his own experiences as a hunter and...