Biography & Autobiography - Political

Elmer Thomas (1876-1965) represented the people of Oklahoma in the state's first legislature and in Congress. This memoir, written shortly after he left the U.S. Senate in 1951 but never before published, chronicles his long career and offers a wealth of information on people...

Dive into the inspiring journey of Walter Payton, the heart and soul of the Chicago Bears, in "Walter Payton: Sweetness Lives On - The Man in Whose Honor an NFL Award Was Renamed." This book takes you beyond the gridiron to explore the life...

After being wounded and awarded the Bronze Star for valor as a Marine infantry platoon commander in Vietnam, Arnold Punaro thought he'd left the battlefield behind. Instead, he redeployed onto the battlefield of Washington politics. For almost fifty years, he's toiled at the intersection...

How Robespierre's career and legacy embody the dangerous contradictions of democracy Maximilien Robespierre (1758-1794) is arguably the most controversial and contradictory figure of the French Revolution, inspiring passionate debate like no other protagonist of those dramatic and violent events. The fervor of those who...

Eritrea, a land nestled along the Red Sea, has witnessed epochs of struggle, resilience, and triumph. Its journey to independence, etched in the annals of the 20th century, reflects the aspirations of a people who dared to dream of sovereignty and freedom.This exploration begins...

Freedom and the Captive Mind is a biography of Fr. Gleb Yakunin, the first Orthodox priest to adopt an ecumenical approach to Russian Orthodoxy, earning him the enmity of conservative groups within the Church and gratitude from other religious denominations. Father Yakunin believed the...

Freedom and the Captive Mind is a biography of Fr. Gleb Yakunin, the first Orthodox priest to adopt an ecumenical approach to Russian Orthodoxy, earning him the enmity of conservative groups within the Church and gratitude from other religious denominations. Father Yakunin believed the...

In "Daniel Ellsberg: Whistleblower, Activist, Advocate for Transparency," Neil Potter unravels the gripping narrative of a man who dared to challenge the shadows of government secrecy. This compelling biography delves into the life of Daniel Ellsberg, a pivotal figure in the history of whistleblowing,...

Drawing on interviews with family members, colleagues, and friends of William B. Maclay, this biography paints a vivid portrait of one of America's most influential politicians. From his early years on a Pennsylvania farm to his tenure as a U.S. Senator, Maclay remained dedicated...

The biography of Charles Sumner, an American politician and senator from Massachusetts who became a powerful voice for the abolition of slavery and civil rights during the mid-1800s.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge...

Flanders' comprehensive biography of founding fathers John Jay and John Rutledge sheds new light on these important figures in American history. From their childhoods to their pivotal roles in shaping the nation's political landscape, Flanders' account is a compelling portrait of two men whose...

This biographical work delves into the life of Nelson Dingley Jr., a prominent figure in American politics during the late 1800s. Readers will learn about Dingley's early years, his rise to political power, and his lasting impact on Maine and the country. With detailed...

The Strange Genius of Ignatius Donnelly sheds light on the inimitable life of a neglected figure in US political and literary history. The father of American Populism, lieutenant governor of Minnesota, People's Party candidate for vice president, popularizer of the Shakespeare authorship controversy, proponent...

Originally published in 1912, this autobiography recounts the life of August Bebel, a prominent socialist leader in Germany. Bebel rose from humble origins to become a champion of workers' rights and social justice, and played a crucial role in shaping the course of German...

A biography of Eleftherios Venizelos, a key figure in modern Greek history who served as Prime Minister during World War I and the interwar period. With a letter written by Venizelos himself, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of...

Nehru's Letters to His Sister is a fascinating look into the personal life of one of India's most famous politicians. Written by Jawaharlal Nehru and Krishina Nehru Hutheesing, this book contains letters exchanged between Nehru and his sister, providing insight into his personal life,...

MORE TALES ABOUT FUNNY HAPPENINGS IN HIGH PLACES OF GOVERNMENT: This time with a personal touch. Growing up in Brooklyn, USA, and coming of age slinging dishes in the Catskill Mountains (Borscht Belt) where everything is a hustle was the perfect prep for a...

This book is an engrossing account of one of India's most outstanding and influential personalities. Born from the "untouchable" caste, B.R. Ambedkar surmounted enormous difficulties to become a lawyer, philosopher, and social reformer who devoted his life to defending the rights of India's underprivileged...

Prime Minister Marcello Caetano was the successor of Antonio de Oliveira Salazar. Considered the second most important figure of the Portuguese dictatorship (the Estado Novo regime, 1933-1974), Caetano has generated considerable disagreement amongst scholars with regard to his persona and politics; some consider him...

This is a book that makes democracy fun. Who ever heard of such a thing?! As legendary New Hampshire activist Granny D put it - "Democracy isn't something we have, it's something we do."This 400 page book is about 40 years of "doing" -...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Frederik van Zyl Slabbert was a man on a mission, whether as an academic, an opposition politician, a democratic facilitator or a businessman. Perhaps this was a product of his restless, probing intellect, or his early ambition to become a dominee in the Dutch...

Are you a free thinker? Do you like freedom? Do you consider yourself a free person? Do you want to live free and independently? Would you like a quick summary of social trends in America, but don't have time to do research nor read...

Did Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose die in an air crash in Taihoku (Taipei, Taiwan) on 18 August 1945? Was he sent off to Siberia by Joseph Stalin? Did he die there? Or did he escape? Or was he let off, eventually to make his...

A "timely and hugely important" memoir of Justice John Paul Stevens's life on the Supreme Court (New York Times).When Justice John Paul Stevens retired from the Supreme Court of the United States in 2010, he left a legacy of service unequaled in the history...

Samuel Ward was the distinguished Governor of the Colony of Rhode Island in the period leading up to the Revolutionary War, a cause he famously supported.An able and efficient administrator, Ward would oversee Rhode Island during a period of both economic and social development....

Jamie Koch, lifelong Santa Fean, known by many as a major Powerbroker in the state of New Mexico according to the New Mexico Business Weekly, has been an often behind-the-scenes voice for fiscal responsibility and prudent planning as well as being an unselfish public...

Presidential candidate Mitt Romney's Mormon tradition is revealed as no real religion but a cult invented by a charlatan, a disguise for a subversive ideology opposing all that is best in the American tradition. The British recruited Mormon leaders into their 19th century plot...

An autobiography of a survivor of the totalitarian governments in Eastern Europe during the mid-twentieth century.Author: Charles K. TurkISBN-10: 1552123677ISBN-13: 9781552123676Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2000Pages: 300Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.84lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.67d

In Families: Where We Each Begin, /i> Randal Teague chronicles his journey from relatively humble beginnings to his launchpad for a career in law, higher education, and politics. By subjecting family lore and legend to the harsh scrutiny of research, he discovers a somewhat...

Bob Crow was the most high-profile and militant union leader of his generation. This biography focuses on his leadership of the RMT union, examining and exposing a number of popular myths created about him by political opponents. Using the schema of his personal characteristics...

Thomas E. Dewey, et al. is a two-part study. The first part deals with Dewey's career through 1941 as a lawyer in civil practice, assistant U.S. Attorney, energetic Young Republican and party worker, and district attorney. The second part addresses his vigorous but futile...

As a longtime leader of the Democratic Party and key member of Woodrow Wilson's cabinet, Josephus Daniels was one of the most influential progressive politicians in the country, and as secretary of the navy during the First World War, he became one of the...

One's natural modesty, assuming one to be a mentally fairly well-conducted person, makes one more or less diffident in writing about oneself. Whether I answer to the above description or not, certain it is that in penning these pages I have felt a shyness...

""The Bonapartes In America"" is a historical book written by Clarence Edward Macartney. The book explores the lives and experiences of the Bonaparte family members who immigrated to America, including Joseph Bonaparte, Napoleon's older brother, and his descendants. The book details their struggles, triumphs,...

Author: Charles E. KingISBN-10: 1436378672ISBN-13: 9781436378673Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/10/2008Pages: 108Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d

""Memories of the White House"" is a captivating book that delves into the personal lives of United States presidents from Abraham Lincoln to Franklin D. Roosevelt. Written by Colonel W. H. Crook, the book is a collection of his personal recollections of the White...

A fascinating true story of a white boy's thoughts and adventures growing up in the dark years of African apartheid, and of his daring escape to the American dream.Author: Ian WatsonISBN-10: 1425167098ISBN-13: 9781425167097Publisher: Trafford PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/09/2007Pages: 308Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x...

The United States Secret Service is a comprehensive book written by Walter Scott Bowen that delves into the history, operations, and responsibilities of the agency tasked with protecting the President of the United States and other high-ranking officials. The book provides a detailed overview...

""Grandeur and Misery of Victory"" is a historical account of the First World War, written by the French statesman and journalist Georges Clemenceau. The book is a collection of essays that were originally published in the French newspaper L'Homme Libre during the war and...

""Lord Kitchener (1917)"" is a biography written by G.K. Chesterton about the life of British military leader, Horatio Herbert Kitchener. The book covers Kitchener's early life, his military career, and his role in the First World War. Chesterton depicts Kitchener as a man of...

The Minister As Prophet is a book written by Charles Edward Jefferson and first published in 1905. It is a theological work that explores the role of the minister in society, arguing that the minister should be seen as a prophet who speaks truth...

The book ""The First New Dealer, William Goebel: His Origin, Ambitions, Achievements, His Assassination, Loss To The State And Nation; The Story Of A Great Crime"" by Urey Woodson provides a comprehensive account of the life and political career of William Goebel, who was...

""The Diary and Letters of Governor Morris"" is a collection of personal writings by Governor Morris, an American statesman who served as Minister of the United States to France and as a member of the Constitutional Convention. The book includes Morris' personal diary entries...

""The Life of John W. Weeks"" is a biographical account of the life and career of John W. Weeks, a prominent American politician and businessman. Written by Charles G. Washburn, the book covers Weeks' early life, his education at Harvard University, and his successful...

The Famous Third Army is a historical book written by the United States Third Army. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Third Army's role in World War II, including its successes and challenges. It covers the army's formation, training, and deployment, as...

The Journal of John T. Caine is a historical book written by John T. Caine, an American politician and businessman who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Utah. The book is a collection of Caine's personal journal entries,...

The Von Reisenkampff-Ulrich Family History: Europe And The United States is a comprehensive book that delves into the genealogy and history of the Von Reisenkampff-Ulrich family. Written by Bartow A. Ulrich, the book traces the family's roots back to Europe and follows their journey...

The book ""Cornelius Cole California Pioneer and United States Senator"" by Catherine Coffin Phillips is a biography of Cornelius Cole, a prominent figure in California's history. The book covers Cole's life from his birth in New York in 1822 to his death in California...

The book ""Philander Chase Knox: First Attorney-General Of Theodore Roosevelt, 1901-1904"" by Anita Torres Eitler is a comprehensive biography of Philander Chase Knox, who served as the first Attorney-General of the United States under President Theodore Roosevelt from 1901 to 1904. The book provides...