Biography & Autobiography - Political

When Alfred Milner was knighted, he took as his motto Communis Patria, 'patriotism for our common country'. This is the study of Milner, which takes his politics, or 'constructive' imperialism as its primary theme. It also discovers a group of young female supporters of...

Originally published in 1936. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Obscure Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author:...

Abba Ahimeir (1897 -1962) writer, journalist and historian began his public life as a socialist, but subsequently moved toward the rightward extreme of Zionist ideology. One of the earliest opponents of the British Mandate, in 1930 he founded a radical organization called Brit Habiryonim...

Shukri Z. Al-Dajani has led a most extraordinary life. His book depicts the realities of the endless torment of a refugee in search of security and a sense of belonging. It is a story of flight - at the age of twelve - from...

Dmitry Likhachev (1906-1999) was one of the most prominent Russian intellectuals of the twentieth century. His life spanned virtually the entire century - a tumultuous period which saw Russia move from Tsarist rule under Nicholas II via the Russian Revolution and Civil War into...

Alexander Cockburn was without question one of the most influential journalists of his generation, whose writing stems from the best tradition of Mark Twain, H.L. Menchken and Tom Paine. Colossal Wreck, his final work, finished shortly before his death in July 2012, exemplifies the...

A Voluntary Crucifixion traces the story of 20th century Canada through the MacKinnon clan and David J MacKinnon's life. Disillusioned with the slow death of the soul promised by life at a major Montreal law firm, MacKinnon ripped himself untimely from the profession, making...

America's First Chaplain studies the family background, education, ministerial career, ideology, political activities, exile to England, and return to America of Jacob Duché, Anglican minister of Philadelphia's Christ Church during the American Revolution. Duché played a critical role in the early stages of the...

Mark Wayne Nelson details the efforts of one of America's most underappreciated public servants. In 1934, Franklin D. Roosevelt invited Marriner S. Eccles, a Mormon from Utah, to join his administration. As a Republican businessman, Eccles seemed an unlikely candidate for the role of...

"Ohio Colossus takes you on a unique journey from Jim Rhodes's coal village beginnings to the governor's mansion and beyond, offering a close-up view of a man we Ohioans will forever remember as 'the governor.'"--John A. Boehner, U.S. Representative, Ohio's 8th Congressional District; Speaker,...

A year after a vice presidential campaign that remains as consequential as it was controversial, Sarah Palin is still the most dynamic yet polarizing Republican in America. Now Scott Conroy and Shushannah Walshe draw on their experiences as embedded reporters on Palin's campaign, exclusive...

From the end of Reconstruction until the 1950s, Texas was classified as part of the "Solid South," consistently electing Democrats to national, state, and local office. After World War II, however, a new politics began to emerge throughout the South that ultimately made the...

An "enthralling" memoir of a woman who risked her life to help a people under siege and a country caught between freedom and oppression (Publishers Weekly--starred review). In 1990, sixty-five-year-old activist and grandmother Barbara Bick traveled with a women's delegation to Afghanistan for what...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1904 Edition.Author: Walter Wilson GregISBN-10: 1498178278ISBN-13: 9781498178273Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 78Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.26lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.16d

A century ago, in 1854, Sir Edmund Head became governor general of Canada. His earlier career as Oxford don, chief Poor Law commissioner during the "hungry forties," and lieutenant-governor of New Brunswick, had prepared him to succeed Lord Elgin in this senior post in...

As Premier of Ontario from 1923 to 1930, G. Howard Ferguson was the most successful, the most colourful, and perhaps the ablest of Canadian politicians of his time. Largely as a result of his leadership, the Ontario Tories emerged from the debacle of their...

This explosive, up-close view of Sarah Palin comes from an inner-circle confidant who shares surprising information about how Sarah dealt with staff and perceived "enemies," and the discrepancy between what she said and what she did.Author: Frank Bailey,Ken Morris,Jeanne DevonISBN-10: 1476750106ISBN-13: 9781476750101Publisher: Howard BooksLanguage:...

A fascinating biography of Lord Minto once governor of Canada and Viceroy of India. Written by John Buchan from original letters and documents.Author: John BuchanISBN-10: 1473317428ISBN-13: 9781473317420Publisher: White PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/04/2014Pages: 518Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.43lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 1.15d

After Barbara Frechette arrived in Colombia in 1994 as the wife of the United States ambassador, she witnessed the fascinating rise of powerful women leaders during the uncertainty of a dangerous drug war that raged for years. Fascinated as to how and why women...

The author's grandfather, Aretas Akers-Douglas (1857-1926) was in his day called "The Prince of Whips". Starting in 1880 as a confederate of the brilliant but unorthodox Lord Randolph Churchill, he graduated in record time to the position of chief dispenser of the official Conservative...

The Oracle or Book of Fate: Formerly in the Possession of the Emperor Napoleon is a book written by Hermann Kirchenhoffer in 1835. The book is a translation of an ancient manuscript that was said to have been in the possession of Napoleon Bonaparte....

""Acheen, And The Ports On The North And East Coasts Of Sumatra"" is a historical book written by John Anderson in 1840. The book is a detailed account of the author's travels to Acheen and other ports on the north and east coasts of...

Agricultural Writers: From Sir Walter Of Henley To Arthur Young, 1200-1800 is a book written by Donald McDonald in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of the evolution of agricultural writing in Europe from the 13th century to the 18th century. The author...

Brissot De Warville: A Study In The History Of The French Revolution is a historical book written by Eloise Ellery and published in 1915. The book focuses on the life and political career of Jacques Pierre Brissot, a prominent figure in the French Revolution....

MICHAEL BERRY is the fascinating biography of the first Muslim attorney to practice law in the State of Michigan. Throughout his 50 years as an attorney in partnership with a diverse group of attorneys, who joined the firm on a handshake and stayed for...

""An American Democrat: The Recollections Of Perry Belmont"" is a memoir written by Perry Belmont, a prominent American politician and businessman who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from 1881 to 1889. The book provides a personal account of Belmont's...

""A Collection of Papers in Memory of Sir William Rowan Hamilton"" is a book that commemorates the life and work of the renowned mathematician Sir William Rowan Hamilton. The book is a compilation of papers written by various authors who were inspired by Hamilton's...

The Autobiography of Sol Bloom is a memoir written by Sol Bloom, an American politician, showman, and music promoter. The book provides a detailed account of Bloom's life, from his early years growing up in New York City to his successful career in the...

Robinson of England is a historical novel written by John Drinkwater. The story is set in the 17th century and follows the life of a man named Robinson, who is born into poverty in England. Despite his humble beginnings, Robinson is determined to make...

Frederick Bohn Fisher: World Citizen is a biographical book written by Welthy Honsinger Fisher about her husband, Frederick Bohn Fisher. The book chronicles the life of Frederick Bohn Fisher, who was a renowned peace activist, internationalist, and educator. Born in 1875, Fisher was a...

How the maternal image of the empress Julia Domna helped the Roman empire rule.Ancient authors emphasize dramatic moments in the life of Julia Domna, wife of Roman emperor Septimius Severus (193-211). They accuse her of ambition unforgivable in a woman, of instigating civil war...

George Digby acted as adviser to two kings of England, Charles I and II. He was an admired parliamentarian and a general in the civil war. His reputation was tarnished by his bitter enemy, Edward Hyde, Earl of Clarendon, yet he made a significant...

Bismarck's Diplomacy At Its Zenith is a historical book written by Joseph Vincent Fuller. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the diplomatic strategies and tactics used by Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of Germany, during his tenure from 1871 to 1890. The...

My Diary 1915 to 1917 is a historical book written by Benito Mussolini, the Italian dictator who led the country during World War II. The book is a personal account of Mussolini's life and political activities during the years 1915 to 1917, when he...

John Hay - journalist, historian, poet, and diplomat - had the unique fortune of serving President Lincoln as his personal secretary and Presidents McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt as Secretary of State. Being in many respects an ideal letter writer, Hay recorded his impressions so...

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Author: Lord EltonISBN-10: 1406730459ISBN-13: 9781406730456Publisher:...

Robert Lowe's wit and brilliance made him one of the most admired and detested figures of the Victorian age. But he was also the only classical economist to become Chancellor of the Exchequer, and this is the first study of him by a fellow...

The Compendium of British Office Holders provides a comprehensive guide to holders of British Political, Administrative, Military and Ecclesiastical offices since the Roman conquest, giving names, dates and the length offices were held for governmental positions. It is the first such collection of this...

Volume XI of the Dictionary of Labour Biography maintains the strengths of earlier contributions to this well established and authoritative series. It incorporates many scholarly and original studies of Labour movement figures from a variety of periods and backgrounds together with special notes on...

""Alex J. Groesbeck: Portrait Of A Public Man"" is a biography written by Frank Bury Woodford. The book tells the story of Alex J. Groesbeck, a prominent political figure in Michigan during the early 20th century. Groesbeck served as the governor of Michigan from...

The Reluctant Republic Vermont, 1724-1791 is a historical book written by Frederic F. Van De Water. The book chronicles the story of Vermont, a state that was reluctant to join the United States during the American Revolution. The book covers the period from 1724...

The Evolution of a Conservative is a book written by William Henry Chamberlin that explores his personal journey and evolution as a conservative thinker. The book is a memoir of sorts, chronicling Chamberlin's experiences and observations as a journalist, historian, and political commentator over...

Dag Hammarskjold: Custodian Of The Brushfire Peace is a biography of Dag Hammarskjold, the second Secretary-General of the United Nations. Written by Joseph P. Lash, the book provides a comprehensive account of Hammarskjold's life, his work at the United Nations, and his legacy as...

""The Relief of Mafeking"" is a historical account of the Boer War of 1899-1900, focusing specifically on the efforts of Mahon's Flying Column to relieve the besieged town of Mafeking. The book provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the events leading up to...

The Works of James Wilson V2 is a book published in 1804 that contains a collection of writings by James Wilson, a Scottish-American lawyer and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. This volume includes a variety of Wilson's works, including his...

The Simpkins Plot is a novel written by George A. Birmingham and published in 1912. Set in Ireland, the story follows the Simpkins family, who are struggling to make ends meet. When the family patriarch dies, his daughter, Mary, is left to take care...

The Life of Charles Stewart Parnell is a biographical book written by R. Barry O'Brien in 1898. The book is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and political career of Charles Stewart Parnell, an Irish nationalist leader and Member of Parliament in...

Cloud and Silver is a novel written by E. V. Lucas and published in 1916. The book tells the story of two sisters, Cloud and Silver, who are orphaned and forced to live with their aunt and uncle in a small village in England....

From The Virginia Plantation To The National Capitol: Or The First And Only Negro Representative In Congress From The Old Dominion (1894) is a historical book written by John Mercer Langston. The book tells the story of his life, starting from his birth on...

""Michael Drayton: A Critical Study, With A Bibliography"" is a book written by Oliver Elton and published in 1905. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the life and works of the English poet Michael Drayton, who lived during the Elizabethan and Jacobean eras....