Washington Confidential (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166134310)

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 and 1950. Lait provides a behind-the-scenes look at the political machinations of Washington, D.C. during a time of great change and upheaval in American society. He exposes the corruption and scandals that plagued the government, including the infamous McCarthy hearings and the influence of organized crime on politics. The book also explores the personal lives of politicians, revealing their extramarital affairs and other scandals that were kept hidden from the public eye. Lait's writing style is engaging and entertaining, making the book a fascinating read for anyone interested in American politics and history. Overall, Washington Confidential is a revealing and informative book that sheds light on the dark underbelly of American politics during the mid-twentieth century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the inner workings of its government.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jack Lait, Lee Mortimer
ISBN-10: 1166134318
ISBN-13: 9781166134310
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 322
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d