Biography & Autobiography - Political

""Mr. Sam: A Biography Of Samuel T. Rayburn, Speaker Of The House"" is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of the most influential politicians in American history. Written by C. Dwight Dorough, the book chronicles the life and career of Samuel T. Rayburn,...

""The Curtain Falls: Last Days Of The Third Reich"" is a historical account of the final days of Nazi Germany, written by Swedish diplomat and humanitarian, Folke Bernadotte. The book provides a detailed and personal perspective of the events leading up to the fall...

Rockefeller Internationalist: The Man Who Misrules The World is a book written by Emanuel M. Josephson that delves into the life and legacy of John D. Rockefeller. The book provides a thorough examination of Rockefeller's influence on American politics, economics, and foreign affairs. Josephson...

""John C. Calhoun, Opportunist: A Reappraisal"" by Gerald M. Capers is a book that explores the life and political career of John C. Calhoun, a prominent American politician and statesman from the 19th century. Calhoun was known for his strong advocacy of states' rights,...

""The Affair at Egg Harbor"" is a historical account of a military engagement that took place in Egg Harbor, New Jersey on October 15, 1778, during the American Revolutionary War. The book was written by William Scudder Stryker and was first published in 1894....

Champ Clark: Memorial Addresses (1922) is a book that contains a collection of speeches given by members of the United States Sixty Sixth Congress in honor of Champ Clark, who served as the Speaker of the House of Representatives from 1911 to 1919. The...

Washington Confidential is a non-fiction book written by Jack Lait that delves into the inner workings of the American government and its politicians. The book is a collection of articles and essays that were originally published in the New York Daily Mirror between 1949...

""Fidel Castro: Rebel, Liberator or Dictator?"" is a book written by Jules Dubois that explores the life and legacy of the former Cuban leader, Fidel Castro. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Castro's rise to power and his impact on Cuba and the...

The Origin of Fingerprinting is a book written by William James Herschel in 1916. Herschel was a British civil servant who worked in India during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. During his time in India, Herschel became interested in the use of...

Tom Rocket is a novel written by Albany De Grenier Fonblanque and published in 1860. The story follows the life of Tom Rocket, a young man who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. Tom is ambitious and driven, but...

The Life and Diary of John Floyd: Governor of Virginia, An Apostle of Secession, and the Father of the Oregon Country is a historical biography written by Charles Henry Ambler and originally published in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life...

""Genealogy and Recollections"" is a book written by Albert Alfonzo Moore and published in 1915. The book is a collection of genealogical information and personal recollections of the author's family and their history. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part...

Gettysburg Made Plain is a historical book written by Abner Doubleday in 1888. The book provides a concise and straightforward account of the Gettysburg campaign and battles that took place during the American Civil War. The author, who was a Union Army officer and...

Figure-Skating is a book written by Monier-Williams and Montagu Sneade, first published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive guide to figure skating, covering everything from the basics of skating to advanced techniques and tricks. It includes detailed instructions on how to perform various...

Huey Long: A Candid Biography is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most controversial and charismatic politicians in American history. Written by Forrest Davis, this book provides a detailed and balanced account of the life and career of Huey Long, the...

A Naturalist in Cannibal Land is a non-fiction book written by A. S. Meek and published in 1913. The book is a memoir of Meek's experiences during his time as a naturalist in the Amazon rainforest. Meek's account is a fascinating exploration of the...

""Itinerary Of Prince Charles Edward Stuart: From His Landing In Scotland, 1745 To His Departure In 1746"" is a historical book written by Walter Biggar Blaikie and published in 1897. The book chronicles the journey of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, also known as Bonnie...

""A Narrative Of The Campaign In The Valley Of The Shenandoah, In 1861"" is a historical account written by Robert Patterson, originally published in 1865. The book chronicles the events that took place during the campaign in the Shenandoah Valley in 1861, which was...

The Naval War of 1812 V2 is a historical account written by Theodore Roosevelt in 1902. The book describes the events of the naval conflict between the United States and Great Britain during the War of 1812. The author provides a detailed analysis of...

""Fighting The Mill Creeks"" is a historical book written by Robert Allen Anderson in 1909. The book is a personal account of campaigns against the Native American tribes of the Northern Sierras in California. The author, who was a member of the California Volunteers...

""Camera Adventures in the African Wilds"" is a travelogue written by Arthur Radclyffe Dugmore, chronicling his four-month expedition through British East Africa in 1910. The book is a vivid account of his experiences and adventures, as he explores the vast and untamed wilderness of...

The book titled ""The Inaugural Address Delivered By John Willis Baer With Other Addresses And Messages Of Congratulation (1906)"" is a collection of speeches and messages delivered by John Willis Baer on the occasion of his inauguration. The book includes the inaugural address delivered...

Colombia (1913) is a historical and cultural account of Colombia written by Phanor James Eder. The book is a comprehensive exploration of the country's geography, history, and people, covering a range of topics from the pre-Columbian era to the early 20th century. It delves...

The Journal of Julia LeGrand: New Orleans, 1862-1863 is a historical non-fiction book written by Kate Mason Rowland and published in 1911. The book is based on the diary of Julia LeGrand, a young woman living in New Orleans during the American Civil War....

A Story of Love is a novel written by Francis Cassilly and published in 1917. The book tells the story of a young man named Paul, who falls in love with a woman named Margaret. The two meet while Paul is studying at a...

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...

General Sir William Howe's Orderly Book At Charlestown, Boston And Halifax, June 17, 1775 To May 26, 1776 is a historical book written by William Howe. The book is a compilation of the orders given by General Sir William Howe during the period of...

Ask Me Anything: Our Adventures With Khrushchev is a memoir written by William Randolph Hearst Jr. that chronicles his experiences during the Cold War era. The book focuses on Hearst's interactions with Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev during his visit to the United States in...

The Seventieth Indiana Volunteer Infantry In The War Of The Rebellion is a historical book written by Samuel Merrill. The book provides a detailed account of the role played by the Seventieth Indiana Volunteer Infantry in the American Civil War. The author has meticulously...

Reflections of a Russian Statesman is a book written by Konstantin Petrovich Pobyedonostsev, a prominent Russian statesman and advisor to Tsar Alexander III. In this book, Pobyedonostsev reflects on his life and career, offering insights into the political and social landscape of Russia during...

Women Of Colonial And Revolutionary Times: Eliza Pinckney; Journal And Letters Of Eliza Lucas is a historical book written by Harriott H. Ravenel. The book is a collection of journals and letters written by Eliza Lucas Pinckney, a prominent figure in colonial and revolutionary...

The Log of a Timber Cruiser is a memoir written by William Pinkney Lawson. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences as a timber cruiser in the Pacific Northwest during the late 19th century. As a timber cruiser, Lawson's job was...

""I Saw France Fall, Will She Rise Again?"" is a memoir written by French author and diplomat Rene de Chambrun. The book details Chambrun's experiences during World War II, including his time as a member of the French Resistance and his imprisonment in a...

""History Of The 89th Division, U. S. A.: From Its Organization In 1917, Through Its Operations In The World War And Demobilization In 1919"" is a comprehensive account of the 89th Division's involvement in World War I. The book was written by George H....

The book ""Correspondence of John C. Calhoun: Fourth Annual Report of the Historical Manuscripts Commission"" is a collection of letters and other documents written by John C. Calhoun, a prominent American politician and statesman who served as Vice President of the United States, Secretary...

The Life Of Gen. Franklin Pierce Of New Hampshire, President Of The United States is a biography written by David W. Bartlett. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Franklin Pierce, who served as the 14th President of the United States...

Venture With Ideas: Meetings With Gurdjieff And Ouspensky is a book written by Kenneth Walker that details his experiences with two of the most influential spiritual teachers of the 20th century, George Gurdjieff and P.D. Ouspensky. The book is a compilation of personal anecdotes,...

""Second To None: The Story Of The 305th Infantry In World War II"" by Charles O. West is a comprehensive account of the 305th Infantry Regiment's role in World War II. The book covers the regiment's training, deployment, and combat experiences in Europe, from...

""Laurence Duggan 1905-1948: In Memoriam"" is a book written by Sumner Welles, dedicated to the life and legacy of Laurence Duggan, an American government official who served in various capacities during the 1930s and 1940s. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Duggan's life,...

The Autobiography of Philip H. Dewey is a memoir written by the titular author about his life and experiences as a farmer, lumberman, and state official. The book provides a detailed account of Dewey's upbringing, family life, and education, as well as his various...

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...

The book ""Henry Horner, Governor Of Illinois 1878-1940: A Tribute"" by Carl Sandburg is a biographical account of the life and career of Henry Horner, who served as the Governor of Illinois from 1933 until his death in 1940. Horner was the first Jewish...

Eleanor Roosevelt: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life of one of the most influential women in American history. Written by Ruby Black, this book delves into the personal and public life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her childhood to her time as...

This book, titled ""Alexander H. Stephens: The Sage Of Liberty Hall, Georgia�������s Great Commoner; And Extracts From Writings Of Mr. Stephens And Tributes To His Memory"" is a biography of Alexander H. Stephens, a prominent American politician and statesman from Georgia. The book is...

The book ""Speeches, Correspondence And Political Papers Of Carl Schurz V5: January 30, 1889-December 27, 1898"" is a collection of writings by Carl Schurz, a German-American statesman, journalist, and reformer. This volume covers a period of ten years, from 1889 to 1898, during which...

Aseff The Spy: Russian Terrorist And Police Stool is a book written by Boris Nikolajewsky. The book tells the story of a Russian spy named Aseff, who was involved in terrorist activities and also worked as a police informant. Aseff was a complex character...

The Life of Thomas E. Watson is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential and controversial figures in American politics. Written by William W. Brewton, this book traces the life and career of Thomas E. Watson, from his humble beginnings in rural...

The Path to Power is a non-fiction book written by Brigid E. Herman. The book is a biography of Lyndon B. Johnson, the 36th President of the United States. The book covers Johnson's early life, his rise to power in the Senate, and his...

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""Author of Liberty"" is a book written by Carl McIntire that delves into the history of the United States and its founding principles. The author argues that the American Revolution was not just a political or military battle, but a spiritual one as well....