Biography & Autobiography - Political

It is virtually impossible to understand the history of modern Guyana without understanding the role played by Forbes Burnham. As premier of British Guiana, he led the country to independence in 1966 and spent two decades as its head of state until his death...

Macaulay's Essay On Lord Clive is a historical work written by the renowned British historian and politician, Thomas Babington Macaulay. The book was first published in 1907 and is a collection of essays on the life and career of Robert Clive, the British East...

How did the safest airliner drop out of the sky without any warning? Was it a terrorist attack or faulty equipment to blame? Join the investigation that changed airline and passenger safety forever. Author: Amanat GillISBN-10: 8215229751ISBN-13: 9798215229750Publisher: Amanat GillLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/11/2023Pages: 68Format: PaperbackWeight:...

The Joy Of The Lord is a book written by James Russell Miller and published in 1911. The book is a collection of essays and sermons that focus on the theme of joy in the Christian life. Miller explores the various sources of joy,...

From the dogged Long Island reporter who has been on his trail since 2019, the bizarre, page-turning, and frankly hysterical story of America's most outrageous grifter--US Representative George Santos.America has grown used to larger-than-life politicians: Teflon Don, AOC, MTG, Dark Brandon, and all the...

This book provides personal recollections and delineations of some of the great Senators of the United States from forty years ago, including Calhoun, Benton, Clay, Webster, General Houston, and Jefferson Davis. A fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the United States.This...

The British Parliament is one of the oldest and most storied democratic institutions in the world, and this book provides a comprehensive overview of its history from its earliest days to the present. Through colorful anecdotes, engaging biographical sketches, and examples of historic speeches,...

The second edition of Mark Abley's acclaimed creative biography, revised and expanded with a new introduction by the author.When he died in 1947, Duncan Campbell Scott was revered as one of his country's finest poets and honoured as a devoted civil servant. Today, because...

This gripping memoir by one of history's most beloved leaders recounts Churchill's experiences in World War I and II, including his leadership during the Battle of Britain and his famous speeches that rallied the British people. With candid insights into his personal life and...

A biography of Champ Clark, a prominent American politician and Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from 1911 to 1919. This book provides a detailed look at his life and career, from his early days in Missouri to his rise to national...

Barack Obama splashed onto the political scene with an inspirational, rousing speech at the Democratic National Convention in July 2004. From that night on, Obamamania was very real. He is bold and audacious; his rhetoric fiery, convincing and very compelling. He encourages cross-over appeal,...

This book offers a biography of the most glamorous and powerful NATO Supreme Commander of the Cold War, General Lauris Norstad, as both a "nuclear" general and an "international" general. His primary goal was to keep the Alliance together as he accommodated British and...

The unreported and unrecorded experiences of a Louisiana state legislator. A reader will get an unfiltered look behind the scenes. "This book plows rich new ground. The Legislature is a great stage and seldom has anyone reported so adeptly on the histrionics and humor...

The definitive, authorized biography of the one of the most important, provocative, and visionary political figures of our time. In one way or another Newt Gingrich has been leading a revolution for most of his life. Citizen Newt is the definitive account of that...

A memoir by Henry Morgenthau, an American diplomat and public figure who served as Ambassador to Turkey during World War I. Morgenthau provides a personal account of his experiences during this tumultuous period in history and reflects on his long and varied career in...

'Get down ' the official said. 'Or I will get a constable to push you out ' 'Do that, ' I told him. 'I will not get off this train ' Mahatma Gandhi is best known as the father of the Indian nation and...

How did a scrawny black kid -- the son of a barber and a domestic who grew up in Harlem and Trenton -- become the 106th mayor of New York City? It's a remarkable journey. David Norman Dinkins was born in 1927, joined the...

*Includes pictures of important people, places, and events. *Includes some of Che's and Castro's quotes about socialism, America, Revolution, and more. *Explains their relationship and their roles in the Cuban Revolution. *Includes a Bibliography of each man for further reading. "Men do not shape...

A colorful and controversial statesman who served in the United States Senate for a half-century, Strom Thurmond did not retire from office until after he was 100 years old. Hailing from the small town of Edgefield, South Carolina, Thurmond rapidly ascended the political ladder--Superintendent...

Sir Robert Peel is a biography written by Justin McCarthy about the life and political career of the British statesman Sir Robert Peel. Peel was a prominent figure in British politics during the 19th century and served as Prime Minister twice. The book covers...

Zebulon Vance: Tarheel Spokesman is a biography written by Franklin Ray Shirley that chronicles the life of Zebulon Baird Vance, a prominent political figure in North Carolina during the 19th century. Born in Buncombe County, North Carolina in 1830, Vance grew up to become...

George Santos' biography appeared fairly outstanding for a recently elected congressman. The 34-year-old immigrant family's son attended Baruch College, a public university in New York, and went on to work for companies like Citigroup and Goldman Sachs. Santos later rose to prominence as a...

The book ""Letters Of Mrs. Ann Biddle Wilkinson From Kentucky, 1788-1789"" is a collection of letters written by Ann Biddle Wilkinson during her time in Kentucky in the late 18th century. The letters provide a unique perspective on life in Kentucky during this time...

The book ""Six Speeches: With A Sketch Of The Life Of Honorable Eli Thayer"" by Eli Thayer is a collection of six speeches given by Thayer, along with a brief biography of his life. Thayer was a prominent American politician and abolitionist who played...

"I call Napoleon the agent or attorney of the middle class of modern society; of the throng who fill the markets, shops, counting-houses, manufactories, ships, of the modern world, aiming to be rich." -Ralph Waldo Emerson, Representative Men Napoleon, Man of the World (1850)...

Who qualifies as the worst of Roman emperors and why? Join L J Trafford for a tour of the very worst leadership in ancient Rome featuring Caligula, Commodus and many more.Between 27 BCE and 476 CE a series of men became Roman Emperor, ruling...

Written by the wife of Jefferson Davis, this biography offers a unique perspective on one of the most controversial figures of the Civil War era. Drawing on personal letters and other primary sources, Varina Davis paints a portrait of her husband as a principled...

On January 25, 1787, in Springfield, Massachusetts, militia Major General William Shepard ordered his cannon to fire grapeshot at a peaceful demonstration of 1,200 farmers approaching the federal arsenal. The shots killed four and wounded twenty, marking the climax of five months of civil...

Running for the People? is an insider's account of Canada's electoral process that reveals how deeply broken it is. Rem Westland ran in the 2011 federal election, representing the Conservative Party of Canada in the riding of Ottawa-Vanier. He describes the weakness of electoral...

Bert T. Combs was governor of Kentucky from 1959 to 1963, but his impact on the Commonwealth continues to be felt. The state sales tax, toll road expansion, and extensive aid to public education are only a few examples of the enduring significance of...

Internationally recognized as a major publishing event, The Courage to Stand Alone is a collection of prison writings from the world's most famous political prisoner. Wei Jingsheng, who has spent nearly two decades in prison for "counterrevolutionary" activities, confirms his status as a symbol...

This is the very first biography of a twentieth century powerhouse couple who, with prescient and persistent methodologies and hearts, gave four decades of legislative service and established much of Illinois' dedicated political tradition. Spanning everything from the awkward dance of prohibition in Evanston...

Pioneer, patriot, politician... John Harris Jr. was a true visionary in eighteenth-century Pennsylvania-during a time in history when taking a risk meant putting your life on the line. He proudly took bold steps in supporting monumental changes that now define history. His legacy is...

Why would anyone run for president?Everyone believes you need a big name, deep pockets, and partisan clout to even try--and with good reason. But does it have to be that way, and could a no-name scientist from Florida have a shot at the Oval...

Maajid Nawaz spent his teenage years listening to American hip-hop and learning about the radical Islamist movement spreading throughout Europe and Asia in the 1980s and 90s. At 16, he was already a ranking member in Hizb ut-Tahrir, a London-based Islamist group. He quickly...

Many people know that Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965) was a British statesman and prime minister, a speechmaker who led his country through World War II. What, perhaps, they don't know is that he came under enemy fire over 50 times; that he took 36...

Best known as the hero of Little Round Top at Gettysburg and the commanding officer of the troops who accepted the Confederates' surrender at Appomattox, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain (1828-1914) has become one of the most famous and most studied figures of Civil War history....

""The Discovery Of The Amazon: According To The Account Of Friar Gaspar De Carvajal And Other Documents"" is a historical book written by Jose Toribio Medina. The book recounts the expedition of Friar Gaspar de Carvajal, a Spanish explorer who traveled along the Amazon...

""The Biography of Martin Van Buren, Vice President of the United States"" is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Martin Van Buren, the eighth Vice President of the United States. Written by William Emmons, this book provides a detailed exploration of...

When Kathy Boudin was arrested in 1981 after a botched armed robbery and shootout that left a Brinks guard and two policemen dead, she ended a decade living underground as part of the radical Weathermen underground; she would spend the next 22 years in...

""Bastogne: The Story Of The First Eight Days In Which The 101st Airborne Division Was Closed Within The Ring Of German Forces"" is a historical account written by S. L. A. Marshall. The book focuses on the Battle of Bastogne, a pivotal moment in...

""Back Trailing On The Old Frontiers"" is a book written by Charles Marion Russell and published in 1922. The book is a collection of stories and sketches about the American frontier and the people who lived there. Russell, who was a cowboy and artist,...

The Reform Act, 1832 V2 is a book that contains the correspondence of the late Earl Grey with His Majesty King William IV and with Sir Herbert Taylor. The Reform Act of 1832 was a significant piece of legislation in British history that aimed...

Huey Long: A Candid Biography is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and legacy of one of America's most controversial political figures. Written by Forrest Davis, a renowned journalist and biographer, the book delves into the complex and often contradictory personality of...

Profiles in Mental Health Courage portrays the dramatic journeys of a diverse group of Americans who have struggled with their mental health. This book offers deeply compelling stories about the bravery and resilience of those living with a variety of mental illnesses and addictions....

This fascinating biography of Karl Ludwig Sand, a 19th century German student who assassinated a conservative writer and publisher, provides a vivid portrait of the social and political tensions of the time. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of radicalism and political...

"You will be gripped and inspired by this exciting story-I couldn't put it down."-Lyndal Roper, author of Martin Luther: Renegade and Prophet On the 500th anniversary of the German Peasant Wars, a brilliant portrait of Thomas Munzter: radical millenarian preacher, revolutionary and iconoclast 'The...

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....

Ra l H. Castro was the first Hispanic governor of Arizona, ambassador to El Salvador, Bolivia, and Argentina, lawyer, judge, and teacher. Born in Mexico in 1916, he moved with his family to a small mining community in Arizona in 1926. His earliest memories...

Constructing Cromwell traces the complex and shifting popular print images of Oliver Cromwell from his first appearance as a public figure in the 1640s through the period of his power to his death and eventual disinterment after the restoration of the monarchy. Drawing on...