Biography & Autobiography - Political

Fidel Castro is a dynamic and charismatic leader, who has led Cuba through success and failures since 1959. Son of a rich landowner, he became a radical revolutionary who attempted to overthrow the government in 1956 with a tiny band of followers. Using propaganda...

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...

This is the first comprehensive biography of Thomas J. Walsh, the Democratic senator from Montana from 1913 to 1933 who was best known for his role in uncovering the Teapot Dome scandal. J. Leonard Bates places Walsh in his colorful and tumultuous times, illuminating...

Hubert Harrison was an immensely skilled writer, orator, educator, critic, and political activist who, more than any other political leader of his era, combined class consciousness and anti-white-supremacist race consciousness into a coherent political radicalism. Harrison's ideas profoundly influenced "New Negro" militants, including A....

Author: Slava SolodkiyISBN-13: 9798230623144Publisher: Slava SolodkiyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/02/2025Pages: 120Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.33lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.28d

"As I look back, I am happy that I have lived for so long". It is a happiness shared by many: family members, friends and colleagues. Cephas Msipa's memoirs take us back to his birth in Zvishavane in 1931, and they reflect a life...

The first complete account of the life and work of Wilfred Adolphus Domingo (1889-1968), one of the most significant West Indian anti-colonialists of the twentieth century. When W. A. Domingo died in 1968, the Jamaican ex-premier Norman Manley wrote that 'no one in the...

Economist Glenn C. Loury is one of the most prominent public intellectuals of our time: he's often radically opposed to the political mainstream, and delights in upending what's expected of a Black public figure. But more so than the arguments themselves--on affirmative action, institutional...

The people mentioned in this book are directly responsible for some of the tremendous advancements that Africa has achieved over the years. Contained in this book is information on how they started and ended. It is a must-have. Grab a copy!Author: Scott M. SamsISBN-10:...

This book is my testament, my battle cry, my lullaby. It's for every soul adrift in a world that too often turns its back on compassion. May these words be a beacon, illuminating the shared humanity that binds us all, refugee and citizen alike.When...

Sociologist Mikhail Anipkin presents a case-study of the political career of a high-ranking regional party leader, Alexander Anipkin, the author's father. The book explores political turbulence in the late Soviet Union with the focus on Perestroika (reconstruction), 1985-1991. The author views those momentous processes...

Author: R. William JohnstoneISBN-10: 0881469696ISBN-13: 9780881469691Publisher: Mercer University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2025Pages: 416Format: Hardcover

Author: Bradley R. RiceISBN-10: 0881469602ISBN-13: 9780881469608Publisher: Mercer University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2025Pages: 472Format: Hardcover

This insightful portrait of Winston Churchill delves beyond well-known political moments, incorporating perspectives from various individuals who encountered him throughout his life. From Bletchley Park codebreakers and Hollywood stars such as Charlie Chaplin, through writers as varied as H. G. Wells and P. G....

"From Farm Boy to Senator" is a classic American rags-to-riches story penned by Horatio Alger Jr. This uplifting work depicts the narrative of a young, motivated protagonist who overcomes adversity and poverty in the late nineteenth century to achieve achievement and social mobility. The...

This biography provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and career of John J. Crittenden, one of the most prominent politicians and statesmen of the mid-19th century. The author uses a wide range of primary sources, including Crittenden's own correspondence and speeches,...

Colonel David Fanning, of North Carolina, was one of the most remarkable characters developed by the American Revolution.Author: A. W. SavaryISBN-10: 0919614418ISBN-13: 9780919614413Publisher: Dundurn PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/1982Pages: 83Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.27lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.21d

A tough, evenhanded investigation of changing public perceptions of the Alger Hiss case and why it has served as a litmus test of American political loyalties for sixty years Books on Whittaker Chambers and Alger Hiss abound, as countless scholars have labored to uncover...

Colorado Congressman Wayne N. Aspinall was variously dubbed the "Ruler of the Land," a "bridge between the old and new Wests," and the environmental movement's "most durable foe." The late David Brower, the notable Sierra Club leader, remarked that the environmental movement had seen...

Rob Wagner's Script, the film literary magazine published between 1929 and 1949, was Hollywood's only left-leaning, rabble-rousing movie publication that provided its readers with a regular dose of progressive politics, open love letters to the Soviet Union and a forum for such leftists as...

Originally a New Deal liberal and aggressive anticommunist, Senator Eugene McCarthy famously lost faith with the Democratic party over Vietnam. His stunning challenge to Lyndon Johnson in the 1968 New Hampshire primary inspired young liberals and was one of the greatest electoral upsets in...

""I Was An NKVD Agent: A Top Soviet Spy Tells His Story"" is a memoir written by Anatoli Granovsky, a former high-ranking Soviet spy who worked for the NKVD, the predecessor of the KGB. In this book, Granovsky provides a firsthand account of his...

Times have changed since 1961 when Steffie Steinke, along with her husband and little daughter immigrated to Canada, and now she questions the changes Canada has made to its immigration laws to favor immigrants to the point where she is afraid it has changed...

It was the election America dreaded, a rematch between the two oldest men to serve as president. But somewhere along the way, the 2024 battle for the White House became the most jaw-dropping, heart-pounding, head-turning contest in American history. The ride was so wild...

Founded by James Oglethorpe on February 12, 1733, the Georgia colony was envisioned as a unique social welfare experiment. Administered by twenty-one original trustees, the Georgia Plan offered England's "worthy poor" and persecuted Christians an opportunity to achieve financial security in the New World...

""A Career Diplomat: The Third Chapter, The Third Reich"" is a memoir written by Hugh Robert Wilson Jr., a former American diplomat who served during the Third Reich era in Germany. The book provides a first-hand account of Wilson's experiences as a diplomat during...

From the vibrant landscapes of South Africa to the cutting edge of global technology, the life of Elon Musk is a narrative of unprecedented ambition, relentless innovation, and disruptive impact. This biography traces his journey, from his early entrepreneurial ventures and formative experiences in...

This thrilling memoir documents the early life of Russian journalist and human rights activist Alexander Podrabinek as he and other dissidents fearlessly fought against the Soviet Union.Between Prison and Freedom chronicles Alexander Podrabinek's deeply personal recollections of his early life fearlessly opposing the injustices...

Unlikely Leader is an inspiring journey of resilience and triumph. This powerful story chronicles the life of an individual who, against all odds, rises above personal challenges and societal obstacles. Through perseverance, faith, and an unwavering determination to succeed, they emerge as a beacon...

Description: In a world where leadership is tested at every turn, The Legacy of John Ratcliffe delves into the life of a man who rose from humble beginnings to take on some of the most critical roles in safeguarding America's security. This compelling biography...

The Story of a Groundbreaking Leader and the Impact of Her VisionWhat would it take to become the first female White House Chief of Staff? How does a leader transform a campaign into a movement and influence a presidency? In this book, readers are...

In "Andy Kim The Champion of Change," explore deep into the remarkable life and career of Andy Kim, a visionary leader who has risen from humble beginnings to become a transformative force in American politics. This compelling biography offers an intimate look at the...

The European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX) was launched in 2008 as the largest civilian mission under the Common Security and Defence Policy of the European Union.The book presents a personal and professional story told by an EULEX-Kosovo International judge. V....

As a politician, what you say and how you say it is almost as important as what you do. Political careers are made based not only on substantive achievements, but also on style, presentation, speeches, and debates. Dole's is no exception. After a career...

An Improbable Friendship is the dual biography of Israeli Ruth Dayan, now ninety-eight, who was Moshe Dayan's wife for thirty-seven years, and Palestinian journalist Raymonda Tawil, Yasser Arafat's mother-in-law, now seventy-four. It reveals for the first time the two women's surprising and secret forty-year...

A Main Selection of the History Book Club! The Astonishing Comeback of Richard Nixon On August 9, 1974, Richard Nixon became the first and only U.S. president to resign from office--to avoid almost certain impeachment. Utterly disgraced, he was forced to flee the White...

""John Hancock"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biography of one of America's Founding Fathers, John Hancock. The book covers Hancock's life from his birth in 1737 to his death in 1793, with a focus on his role in the American Revolution and his leadership...

David Dubinsky: A Pictorial Biography is a book that chronicles the life and achievements of David Dubinsky, a prominent labor leader and social activist in the United States. The book is written by John Dewey and features a collection of photographs, illustrations, and historical...

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...

Dennis DeConcini, a contemporary of Arizona greats like Sandra Day O'Connor, Barry Goldwater, and Rose Mofford, is an Arizona icon in his own right. Starting his public career as the Pima County Attorney, DeConcini orchestrated an unprecedented rise to a seat in the U.S....

Barry Goldwater is widely regarded as one of the most prominent and controversial politicians of our century, a man whose influence on American conservatism led President Ronald Reagan to honor him with the title "Mr. Conservative" when he retired after thirty years in the...

The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestseller: An intimate, heartbreaking memoir of a father, a mother, and a family's exile from the Trump dynastyMary Trump grew up in a family divided by its patriarch's relentless drive for money and power. The...

Author: Jim JonesISBN-13: 9798348307653Publisher: Jim JonesLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/04/2025Pages: 72Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.15d

Author: Donray McDuffieISBN-10: 1778835597ISBN-13: 9781778835599Publisher: Bookside PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/07/2025Pages: 260Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d

Christianity Today 2020 Book Award of Merit in History/Biography For more than five decades Billy Graham (1918-2018) ranked as one of the most influential voices in the Christian world. Nearly 215 million people around the world heard him preach in person or through live...

A revealing account of the leader at the forefront of Latin America s socialist revolution.Author: Richard GottISBN-10: 1844677117ISBN-13: 9781844677115Publisher: VersoLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/05/2011Pages: 384Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbsSize: 7.51h x 5.42w x 1.04d

Discover the extraordinary life and legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg in 'Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The Voice of the Mother of Justice.' This captivating biography delves into the remarkable journey of the iconic Supreme Court Justice, exploring her pivotal role in shaping the landscape of...

This fascinating biography of William Henry Seward provides readers with a detailed look at his formative years, before he became one of the most influential politicians in American history. With insightful analysis of his early writings and speeches, as well as personal anecdotes about...

In this fascinating memoir, Louis Adamic recounts his experiences as a Slovenian immigrant working in the White House during the administration of Franklin D. Roosevelt. With its vivid descriptions of life in the White House and its insights into American politics and culture, Dinner...

Howard Cannon (1912 - 2002) represented Nevada in the U.S. Senate from 1958 until 1982 and acquired a reputation as one of its most productive and influential members. Because he was a modest man more comfortable with hard work than self-aggrandizement, he was also...