Biography & Autobiography - Political

Named a Most Anticipated Book of 2024 by Foreign Policy Through a connected set of biographical portraits of key Nazi figures that follows power as it radiated out from Hitler to the inner and outer circles of the regime's leadership, one of our greatest...

Title: Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in EnglandAuthor: Charles FirthDescription: In "Oliver Cromwell and the Rule of the Puritans in England," acclaimed historian Charles Firth takes readers on a captivating journey through one of the most transformative periods in English history....

Author: Richard V. CarterISBN-10: 0595204058ISBN-13: 9780595204052Publisher: iUniverseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/01/2001Pages: 300Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.06lbsSize: 9.04h x 5.90w x 0.77d

Drawing on exclusive interviews with Jacques Delors himself, this comprehensive, accessibly written study of his life and Commission presidency is an invaluable resource for all those interested in European and French Politics. Debunking populist images and myths about him, this book presents a balanced...

Elected for the first of his two terms as premier of Ontario in 1995, Mike Harris introduced some of the most sweeping reforms the province has ever seen: substantial reductions in spending and taxation as well dramatic changes to welfare, education, health care, municipal...

In 1973, a radical choice that Jill Derby made while under pressure changed the trajectory of her career from a potential profession in academia to that of a lifelong political activist. When You Dare to Say Yes is a decades-spanning account of how a...

An inspiring progressive vision for America Pushing the Envelope chronicles the political and personal journey of Congresswoman Barbara Lee, one of America's leading progressive voices in the US House of Representatives and currently a candidate for the Democratic nomination to fill California's open United...

Ready, Set, Go! is the essential playbook for anyone eager to make a positive impact in their community. Tailored for students, retirees, novices, and experts, this book is a versatile guide for initiating or advancing your role in organizing campaigns, running for office, or...

Government institutions have betrayed the trust of the American people for too long. Instead of serving a democracy that is of, by, and for the people, these organizations have been captured by the corporate greed of regulatory agencies--the agencies who look the other way...

Johnny Adair placed himself at the heart of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. To some he was a criminal and a terrorist. To others he was an integral part of Belfast's bloody history and in it he reveals its roots in his own uncompromising...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1913 Edition.Author: Charles CallahanISBN-10: 1498117236ISBN-13: 9781498117234Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 578Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.68lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 1.17d

An Owl in a Hawk's World: Top diplomat Llewellyn E Thompson was everywhere the Cold War was.Winner of the New Mexico/Arizona Book Award for Best BiographyWinner of the New Mexico/Arizona Book Award for Best BiographyAgainst the sprawling backdrop of the Cold War, The Kremlinologist...

Keith Woodward has produced an inside account of the intricacies of official politics in the latter stages of the history of the Anglo-French Condominium of the New Hebrides, which will be essential reading for anyone interested in the colonial period of Vanuatu. Woodward spent...

Out Of Bondage: The Story Of Elizabeth Bentley is an autobiography of Elizabeth Bentley, an American spy who worked for the Soviet Union during World War II. The book provides a detailed account of Bentley's life, from her childhood in Connecticut to her recruitment...

""An Experiment With Civilization Dictatorship In Iran: The Case Of Mohammed Mossadegh"" by N. Marbury Efimenco is a comprehensive historical account of the political turmoil in Iran during the early 1950s. The book focuses on the rise and fall of Mohammed Mossadegh, who was...

The definitive biography of Zhou Enlai, the first premier and preeminent diplomat of the People's Republic of China, who protected his country against the excesses of his boss--Chairman Mao. Zhou Enlai spent twenty-seven years as premier of the People's Republic of China and ten...

David Lloyd George was one of the most important political leaders of the twentieth century, and this biography offers an incisive and illuminating portrait of his life and career. McCormick explores the contradictions and complexities of Lloyd George's personality, and traces his rise from...

A memoir of service by the American ambassador who was on the diplomatic front lines when Putin invaded Ukraine, Midnight in Moscow is the first behind-the-scenes account of how U.S.-Russia relations hit their nadir--and a playbook for our unfolding confrontation. For weeks before Russia's...

This original version of Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass is published in Noah Text(R), a proprietary evidenced-based method of presenting text. Noah Text(R) highlights critical word patterns to help struggling readers, striving readers, those with dyslexia, and English language-learners read with increased...

The first - and long-awaited - major biography of Brazilian president Luiz In當io Lula da Silva Lula is among the greatest political figures in Brazilian history. The only president in the country with a working-class background, combined with a party that was profoundly original...

In the tumultuous aftermath of the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, Cassidy Hutchinson emerged as a beacon of truth, a young White House aide who dared to speak out against the powerful forces that sought to overturn the results of the 2020...

"Unyielding Conviction: The Untold Story of Liz's Political Journey" unveils the captivating odyssey of Liz Cheney, a trailblazing figure in American politics. This meticulously crafted narrative traces the arc of her career, revealing the essence of a leader whose journey is defined by unwavering...

James FitzGibbon, Defender of Upper Canada, is the often poignant story of a poor man's rise to authority in the Upper Canada of the 1800s. Born the son of a tenant farmer in Ireland, FitzGibbon's valour as a soldier brought him to the attention...

A major biography of the man who, more than any other, made the twentieth century. Written by an author of great repute. The history of the 20th century is Marx's legacy. Not since Jesus Christ has an obscure pauper inspired such global devotion -...

Political profiles of five mayors and their lasting impact on the city Chicago's transformation into a global city began at City Hall. Dick Simpson and Betty O'Shaughnessy edit in-depth analyses of the five mayors that guided the city through this transition beginning with Harold...

Steve Imbeau's biography of Mayor Frank Willis is comprehensive and well-documented. It chronicles the various stages in the Mayor's life- both professionally and politically-by recounting many of his more substantial accomplishments. But as the narrative unfolds, the reader quickly understands that this isn't simply...

Once joyfully known as "the smiling barracuda," Joyce Cohen was a force in Oregon politics for over twenty years-formidably forging ground-breaking legislation: the Oregon Health Care Plan, criminal justice reform, and the use of Lottery funds for education and the environment. Her biography shares...

The great Russian writer Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn (1918-2008) is widely recognized as one of the most consequential human beings of the twentieth century. Through his writings and moral witness, he illumined the nature of totalitarianism and helped bring down an 'evil empire.' His courage and...

First published in 1919, John Atkinson Hobson's "Richard Cobden - The International Man" is a detailed biography of the life and work of English manufacturer, radical and liberal statesman Richard Cobden (1804 - 1865). Contents include: "Cobden's Preparation for Polities", "Cobden As Pamphleteer", "The...

As a 24 year former member of the United States Congress, Mr. Stearns describes the lessons he learned from getting elected and re-elected, his experience as a legislator and finally the lessons he learned about our Republic. These lessons go to the heart of...

An examination of socialism in the USA, originally published in the 1930s. 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,...

Kilowatts At Work: A History Of The Detroit Edison Company is a comprehensive book written by Raymond Curtis Miller that chronicles the history of the Detroit Edison Company. The book explores the company's origins, its growth, and its impact on the city of Detroit...

""We Were There At The First Airplane Flight"" by Felix Sutton is a children's historical fiction book that tells the story of the Wright Brothers and their successful attempt at the first airplane flight in 1903. The book is written from the perspective of...

The Biography of Henry Clay is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of one of America's most influential political figures. Written by George D. Prentice, this book delves into the personal and professional experiences of Henry Clay, a statesman, lawyer, and orator...

The Anza Expedition of 1775-1776: Diary of Pedro Font (1913) is a historical account of the expedition led by Juan Bautista de Anza from Mexico to California in the late 18th century. The diary of Pedro Font, a Franciscan friar who accompanied the expedition,...

Napoleon: In His Own Words is a book that was first published in 1916 and is a collection of quotes and writings from Napoleon Bonaparte himself. The book offers readers a unique insight into the mind and thoughts of one of the most influential...

The memoirs of Carl Schurz, a German-American statesman and reformer who was a key figure in US politics in the 19th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know...

This Life of Cromwell is in part based on an article contributed by the author to the Dictionary of National Biography in 1888, but embodies the result of later researches, and of recently discovered documents such as the Clarke Papers. The battle plans have...

Featuring the remarkable stories of nine US Representatives who helped shape America, Courage in the People's House is a "reminder of how courage can make a difference, and how, especially in the darkest of times, the lessons of history are most needed" (Booklist). In...

Of unique interest to the student of nineteenth century America is this account of the Alabama Clays, who in their private life were typical of the slaveholding aristocracy of the old South, but as lawyer-politicians played significant roles in state and national politics, in...

They are as diverse as America. Young and old. Of color and white. Urban and rural. Immigrants and native born. They are students and teachers. Athletes and artists. Lawyers, doctors, politicians, farmers, architects, novelists, and more. Names familiar and unfamiliar. Superheroes, figuratively--and in one...

Of the all the people surrounding the assassination of President Kennedy, few are more mysterious and enigmatic than David William Ferrie of New Orleans. Author Judyth Vary Baker knew David Ferrie personally and worked with him in a covert project in New Orleans during...

Author: Christo BrandISBN-10: 1784180084ISBN-13: 9781784180089Publisher: John BlakeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/02/2014Pages: 290Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.65d

New York Times bestselling author of Accidental Presidents explores what happens after the most powerful job in the world: President of the United States.Former presidents have an unusual place in American life. King George III believed that George Washington's departure after two terms made...

Last Boat to Yokohama tells a story of both tragedy and grandeur in the 20th century. It recounts the life and work of Beate Sirota Gordon: the influence of her father, Leo Sirota, one of the greatest pianists of his generation; her secret work...

A unique and illuminating exploration of the key relationships that shaped Franklin Delano Roosevelt into one of America's most definitive leaders and impacted his influence on the world stage, from presidential historian Michael J. Gerhardt, the acclaimed author of Lincoln's Mentors and principal adviser...

"Roosevelt bit me and I went mad," William Allen White said of his first encounter with Teddy in 1897. He grudgingly praised Franklin D. Roosevelt's performance at the 1943 Casablanca Conference with, "We who hate your gaudy guts salute you." Editor of the Emporia...

Colonial Son describes the failure of the historical system of British colonial rule, which has adversely affected the lives of so many souls around the world.The book is an indictment of a defunct global political system and philosophy of life that has shamefully enriched...

A father's last confession to his son about the CIA, Watergate, and the plot to assassinate President John F. Kennedy, this is the remarkable true story of St. John Hunt and his father E. Howard Hunt, the infamous Watergate burglar and CIA spymaster. In...

The first biography--in any language--of Alexander Shlyapnikov, a leader and founder, along with Kollontai, of the Workers' Opposition.Author: Barbara C. AllenISBN-10: 1608465586ISBN-13: 9781608465583Publisher: Haymarket BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/14/2016Pages: 426Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.35lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.90w x 1.00d