Biography & Autobiography - Political

Discover the extraordinary life of Charles Carleton Coffin, the war correspondent, traveler, author, and statesman who witnessed and chronicled pivotal moments in American history. This biography, penned by William Elliot Griffis, delves into the experiences of Coffin during the tumultuous 19th century, particularly his...

Written by the illustrious American politician and statesman William H. Seward, this autobiography covers his early life and education up to the year 1834, before he became Governor of New York or Secretary of State. This intimate and candid account provides valuable insight into...

Jacob Rosen writes in this fascinating and illuminating book about his experiences in both Cairo, Egypt and Amman, Jordan as an Israeli Diplomat. He has learned a great deal about Egyptian and Jordanian societies and also more about the Israeli character. Time and again,...

The Essential Ronald Reagan recounts-in a concise way-the extraordinary life and career of a great American president from his small-town Midwestern roots through his Hollywood film star days to his presidential role as redeemer of the American dream and victorious leader in the Cold...

'You think you've married a journalist, then, horrors, he becomes a politician.' 'Sarah Vine is the Bridget Jones of politics.' Plum Sykes How Not to Be a Political Wife is an unflinching account of life at the heart of politics, and what it's like...

Retired Congressman Jim Ross Lightfoot (R-IA), offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the political arena. His remarkable life story reminds us that life is filled with obstacles, and it is through faith and resilience that we can conquer even the...

From the author of No Peace with Hitler comes another masterful examination of Britain's leadership from 1938 through 1940. In Antagonists, Saltman delivers a riveting account of the complex dynamic between Winston Churchill and Neville Chamberlain-two towering figures whose decisions shaped the course of...

"If you make a stand, you will be opposed. If you fight, you may lose the fight. But if you don't fight, you may lose everything."These words by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost are foundational to the years of dedicated service he has given...

The decision of the United States to declare war against Germany in 1917 required a monumental effort by the government to ensure victory. The burgeoning industial and agricultural economy of the nation had already mobilized in support of Great Britain, France and the allied...

From a small-town girl to the White House - discover the inspiring story of Dana Perino, a woman who led with courage, spoke with grace, and left a lasting legacy. In this beautifully written memoir, Wisdom Delight takes readers on a captivating journey through...

From obscure Polish immigrant to National Security Advisor shaping America's Cold War strategy, Zbigniew Brzezinski's extraordinary rise represents one of the most consequential yet underappreciated political journeys of the 20th century.This definitive biography delves deep into the enigmatic figure known simply as "Zbig" -...

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....

Dive into the extraordinary life of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States, Nobel Peace Prize laureate, and global humanitarian, in this deeply personal and inspiring memoir. What to Expect: - Carter's Own Words, His Story: Told in his own voice, this...

When Fred Risser retired from the Wisconsin Senate in 2021, his sixty-four years in state government made him the longest serving legislator in US history. Now, in this candid and illuminating autobiography, Risser shares his singular perspective on events that transformed the state and...

The biography of the Late Senator Max E. Benitz, Sr., has been twenty years in the making. Daughter Eileen Benitz Wagner with Dr. Michele Gerber has chronicled his life. From his pioneering of raw sagebrush land near Prosser, Washington, to his life and career...

A nuanced portrait of one of the most complex figures of the Middle East, Gamal Abd al-Nasser. More than fifty years after his death, Gamal Abd al-Nasser remains a towering figure in the Arab world. As one of the young officers who overthrew British-backed...

A compelling, concise biography of the sixteenth-century French king, whose patronage was central to Renaissance art. Francis I of France led one of the most colorful and influential reigns of the sixteenth century. Known as the "knight-king," he was a chivalric warrior, a strong...

The life story of enigmatic North Korean leader Kim Il Sung, grandfather to Kim Jong Un. Kim Il Sung (1912-94) ruled his country, North Korea, for longer and shaped it more profoundly than almost any other modern leader. He created a unique and seemingly...

14th NASA administrator and US Senator Bill Nelson's account of an unforgettable Space Shuttle mission In January 1986, US congressman and future NASA leader Bill Nelson flew on the six-day mission of the Space Shuttle Columbia. Nelson conducted medical experiments, including cancer research and...

USCongressman Martin Sabo's early work in Minnesota state government set the moldfor how state legislatures across the country have operated since, andcontinues to wield influence today. Known best as the former USRepresentative of Minnesota's Fifth District, with twenty-eight years ofservice including leadership roles on...

From noted New York Times bestselling historian and Reagan biographer Craig Shirley: The Inside Account of Donald J. Trump's Remarkable Journey to Victory and Return to Power to Save AmericaMuch like Shirley's bestselling Ronald Reagan campaign books, NOVEMBER 2024 is an insiders' look at...

The legendary Davy Crockett arose simultaneously with the emergence of the historical Crockett as a public figure, and once established, the man and the myth were forevermore entangled. The present work, his Life and Adventures (1833), ushered in a series of biographical and autobiographical...

Tried and True is a novel written by John Fordyce and published in 1865. The story follows the lives of two main characters, Mary and Alice, who are sisters. Mary is a virtuous and hardworking young woman, while Alice is more frivolous and interested...

Dead People voted. Absentee ballots changed. Petitions were round-tabled. Who was involved in the "Hired Truck" scandal? How much did Daley know? But most importantly, did someone in City Hall help the Feds get Laski? After becoming City Clerk, the second-highest ranking elected position...

"Schattenberg has done a service in rescuing the Brezhnev period from obscurity." The Morning Star"[Offers an] unparalleled examination of the Brezhnev papers." Literary Review Leonid Brezhnev was leader of the Soviet Union for eighteen years, a term of leadership second only in length to...

I Vote My Conscience: Debates, Speeches And Writings Of Vito Marcantonio, 1935-1950 is a comprehensive collection of the political writings and speeches of Vito Marcantonio, an American politician and civil rights activist who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives...

Author: Abby PhillipISBN-10: 1250806313ISBN-13: 9781250806314Publisher: Flatiron BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/28/2025Pages: 352Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 9.25h x 6.12w x 1.00d

Biography Of The Signers To The Declaration Of Independence V8 (1827) is a historical book written by John Sanderson. The book provides a detailed account of the lives of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, who were instrumental in the formation of the...

The Cradle of the Hapsburgs is a historical book written by J.W. Gilbart-Smith in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the early history and origins of the Hapsburg dynasty, one of the most powerful and influential ruling families in European history. The...

Major General Edward Braddock's Orderly Books: From February 26 to June 17, 1755 (1878) is a historical document that provides insight into the military tactics and strategies of the British army during the French and Indian War. The book is a collection of Braddock's...

""Reminiscences of Sixty Years in Public Affairs V1"" is a memoir written by George S. Boutwell, an American statesman and politician who served as a United States Representative, Senator, and Secretary of the Treasury under President Ulysses S. Grant. The book is a detailed...

The Lauderdale Papers V2: 1667-1673 is a historical book written by John Maitland. The book was first published in 1885 and contains a collection of papers and documents related to the period between 1667 and 1673. The papers cover various topics such as politics,...

This book is a brief biography of Augustus O. Bacon, a prominent Georgia politician in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Bacon served in the U.S. Senate from 1895 until his death in 1914, and was noted for his progressive views on issues...

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,...

An examination of polarizing former Canadian prime minister Mackenzie King. A giant of Canadian history. A racist and anti-Semite typical of his generation. A devoted occultist. An uncontested Liberal party leader. The Enduring Riddle of Mackenzie King explores the character, thoughts, and actions of...

In this sequel to his critically acclaimed King Dan, Patrick Geoghegan looks at the dramatic final years of Daniel O'Connell's life and career. Charting his remarkable rise and fall in the 1830s, it also deals with his political resurrection in the 1840s when he...

In 1840s Rhode Island, the state's seventeenth-century colonial charter remained in force and restricted suffrage to property owners, effectively disenfranchising 60 percent of potential voters. Thomas Wilson Dorr's failed attempt to rectify that situation through constitutional reform ultimately led to an armed insurrection that...

A political memoir of a life lived in service that's a testament to fairness and bipartisanship.A native of Leavenworth, Kansas, Ed Reilly has always felt the call to serve the people of his state and his country. His life in politics began early: he...

Always Adventure (Semper Odyssey)Colonel John Caldwell is a second-generation Marine and a first-generation politician. Combat experiences that earned him a Bronze Star and other awards are preceded by youthful escapades and followed by unexpected career twists. A daring jump from a moving freight train......

Israeli historian Yigal Kipnis delves deep into the Israeli and American archives and reveals in this book that the big October 1973 war between Israel and its Arab neighbors could almost certainly have been avoided. Avoided, that is, if in the months preceding October...

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,...

Henry Morgethau was United States ambassador to Ottoman Turkey between 1913 and 1916. In 1914 he witnessed the Ottoman entry into World War I, followed by the Allied Dardanelles' campaign, and the genocide of Armenians. His memoir, Ambassador Morgenthau's Story, was written in 1918...

Author: Alan (Larry) McCallISBN-13: 9798991653886Publisher: Wayneworks, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/16/2025Pages: 182Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d

From the author of No Peace with Hitler comes another masterful examination of Britain's leadership from 1938 through 1940. In Antagonists, Saltman delivers a riveting account of the complex dynamic between Winston Churchill and Neville Chamberlain-two towering figures whose decisions shaped the course of...

Brothers for Life is a true story of the hardships and momentous events that two brothers, Myles F. Parrish (my Father) and Richard K. Parrish (my Uncle), experienced together from early childhood and throughout their entire lives. It is a narrative of faith, hope,...

UNVEIL THE COMPLEX TAPESTRY OF IDENTITY AND POWER IN THE MODERN WORLD.Are you intrigued by the forces shaping our political landscape? Are you curious about the global impact of identity politics? If you answered yes, keep reading.In a world where identity shapes the very...

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars)"Kash Patel: Man of Truth" by Jason Burns is an engaging and insightful biography that offers readers a comprehensive look into the life and career of one of the most intriguing figures in contemporary American politics. Patel, a former chief of staff...

What does it take to navigate unimaginable tragedy, live in the shadow of a national legacy, and still emerge as a symbol of strength, grace, and transformation?In Jackie Kennedy Onassis: A Life of Grace, Tragedy, and Transformation, readers are invited to explore the compelling...

How did a self-proclaimed "hillbilly" from a struggling Ohio town rise to become Vice President of the United States? This is the story of JD Vance's meteoric rise in American politics.Raised in a struggling industrial town, JD Vance's early life was scarred by poverty,...

I'm Not Done Yet is a memoir chronicling the transformative journey of Cobby Williams from Jackson, Mississippi. It details his experiences, from near-death encounters to personal and professional growth. Shaped by small-town influences and global encounters, Cobby's determination fueled his academic and career milestones....