Political leaders and leadership Books

This biography of Theodore Roosevelt offers an intimate portrait of one of America's most beloved presidents. With a focus on his formative years and his rise to the presidency, this book provides a compelling account of Roosevelt's life and legacy.This...

This book is a historical account of the life of William P. Ross, who served as the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation during a crucial period in its history. The author describes Ross's childhood, education, and political career, as well as his role...

This book is a political biography of George Canning, a prominent British statesman who served as Prime Minister in 1827. Marriott's incisive and thoughtful analysis places Canning's life and work in the context of a turbulent era marked by war,...

This remarkable autobiography captures the life and career of one of America's most influential politicians. Thomas Collier Platt played a key role in the development of the Republican Party, and served for many years as a United States Senator from New...

Discover the life and achievements of Walter Quintin Gresham in this detailed biography. From his time serving in the Union Army during the Civil War to his appointment as Secretary of State under President Cleveland, Gresham's impressive career and...

An in-depth analysis of the life and works of Kristo Das Pal, a pioneering figure in the Indian independence movement. Drawing on a range of sources, including Pal's own writings and speeches, Ghosh paints a rich and nuanced portrait of a man who...

Ferdinand von Westphalen war eine wichtige politische Figur des 19. Jahrhunderts und der Vater von Jenny Marx, der Ehefrau von Karl Marx. In diesem Buch erzählt sein Sohn, Ferdinand Otto Wilhelm H. von Westphalen, die Geschichte seines Lebens und seiner...

This is a biography of Charles Carrol of Carrollton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. It offers insight into his life, work, and contributions to American society and politics. This book will be of interest to anyone with an...

Daniel O'Connell was one of Ireland's most beloved and influential political figures, and this book offers a detailed portrait of his life and career. Written by his son, John O'Connell, it provides a unique perspective on the man who helped shape modern...

This illuminating biography sheds light on the life and career of Samuel J. Kirkwood, a key figure in Civil War history and one of Iowa's most memorable politicians. Drawing on a wealth of primary source materials, including personal correspondence,...

Learn about the life and legacy of an influential politician with William Duncan's biography of Joseph Cowen. From his role in reform movements to his contributions to industry, Cowen's impact on British society is explored in detail.This work has been...

Discover the fascinating story of Henry A Wise, a prominent Virginian politician and advocate for the Confederate cause during the Civil War. This well-researched biography provides a balanced and nuanced look at Wise's life, from his early career as a...

Robert Seager II's And Tyler Too is a compelling biography of former President John Tyler and his remarkable wife, Julia Gardiner Tyler. Drawing on extensive research and firsthand accounts, Seager tells the story of these two fascinating figures and...

This book contains the memorial addresses delivered in the House of Representatives and the Senate for the late Joseph A Goulden, a representative from New York. It offers a unique insight into the life of this important figure in American politics.This...

This book explores the religious beliefs and practices of Theodore Roosevelt and their impact on his presidency. It examines his views on Christianity, other world religions, and their role in public life. In addition, it provides a detailed account of...

A comprehensive biography of James Madison, a Founding Father who played a pivotal role in the drafting of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and served as the fourth President of the United States from 1809 to 1817.This work has been...

Abraham Lincoln is widely regarded as one of the greatest American presidents of all time. His words of wisdom and insight remain as relevant today as they were during his presidency. This book provides a collection of some of Lincoln's most inspiring...

This insightful book explores the lives and legacies of the men who served alongside Abraham Lincoln as members of his cabinet. Through detailed biographical sketches and historical analysis, the book sheds new light on the personalities and policies...

Ce livre est une biographie de Fouquier-Tinville, célèbre magistrat pendant la Révolution française, qui a fait condamner beaucoup de gens à mort pendant la Terreur. Il permet de comprendre le rôle des tribunaux révolutionnaires dans la Justice sous la...

Ernst Jünger - A Portrait is a book about Ernst Jünger (1895-1998), Germany's greatest author since Goethe. This is a popular Jünger biography for the English speaking world, a personal portrait painted by an avid Jünger reader...

Harvard Iranian Oral History Project memoirs of the wife of General Hassan Pakravan, who was the head of Iranian intelligence during Khomeini's first uprising in 1963. He was executed by the Islamic Republic shortly after the 1979 revolution. It provides...

First year law students study the landmark Supreme Court case McCulloch vs. Maryland, in which James W. McCulloh played a significant role.  Who was this man and what made him challenge the State of Maryland?   This book tells the story of...

The Politics of Ethnic Discrimination in Sudan: A Justification for the Secession of South Sudan addresses the historic and contemporary tensions between South Sudanese (African) and Sudanese (Arab) border ethnicities - the Dinka (Malual), Reizegat and...

The paperback edition of the inspirational story of the first black to hold a Republican leadership position--J.C. Watts, Jr.

Lincoln and the Tools of War, first published in 1956, is the masterful account by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Robert V. Bruce (1923-2008) of Abraham Lincoln's efforts to equip the Union Army during the Civil War. Fascinated by mechanical gadgetry...

One of the truly enigmatic personalities on the contemporary Indian political canvas, Narendra Damodardas Modi is difficult to ignore. From his humble beginnings as a RSS pracharak to his rise in the Hindutva ranks, and from being Bharatiya Janata...

When the Shah fled Iran in 1979, the happy, uneventful life that Farzaneh had known was shattered. Promised freedoms were eroded and universities closed in 1980, which led Farzaneh and her university friends to become involved in political activities...

Stalin: The Enduring Legacy, examines the anti-Marxist character of Stalinism, the legitimacy of the Moscow Trials against the ‘Old Bolsheviks’, the origins of the Cold War, the development of Trotskyism as a tool of US foreign policy, the...

Boris Yeltsin will be remembered as the fierce, daring political leader who fought for democratic ideals of his nation during an unprecedented crisis when the Soviet empire had already fallen apart and new emerging nations had not yet firmly established...

The NotebookThe Classic Notebook is the ideal choice for those seeking a dependable and adaptable writing companion. Designed to be both functional and straightforward, it offers a range of features that make it an essential tool for various aspects of...

This book is part of a series of books comprising the political history of the province of Alberta, Canada within the 19th & 20th Century's. The Mardon's research has resulted in 36 other titles that have been published since 1971. This book is one of...

 'Manohar Parrikar, Off the Record' refers to the author's attempt to give readers something different and after reading the book thoroughly, it is clear that the author has achieved great success in it. It is not the character of Manohar Parrikar...

Jamie Brown Hantman was a high-level White House aide, where she spearheaded work with the U.S. Senate to get two U. S. Supreme Court Justices confirmed. She ran Legislative Affairs for the Department of Justice shortly after 9/11, working with people...

La historia de Eduardo Escobar Massé es única pero a la vez es la de toda una generación de españoles que con su coraje y esfuerzo supieron salvar los obstáculos que les fueron impuestos por causa de una sangrienta guerra que alargó sus heridas hasta los...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning...

Bosquejo Hist������rico sobre la Sucesi������n a la Corona de Espa�����a (1839) es un libro escrito por Henrique Zopfl. En este libro, el autor presenta un an�����lisis hist������rico sobre la sucesi������n a la corona espa�����ola desde la Edad Media...

Das Bismarck-Portefeuille ist ein Buch von Heinrich von Poschinger, das im Jahr 1898 ver������ffentlicht wurde. Das Buch besch�����ftigt sich mit dem Leben und Wirken des deutschen Staatsmannes Otto von Bismarck, der als einer der wichtigsten politischen...

Das Buch ""Bismarck-Anekdoten: Heitere Scenen, Scherze Und Charakteristische Zuge Aus Dem Leben Des Ersten Deutschen Reichskanzlers"" von Friedrich Schmidt-Hennigker wurde im Jahr 1885 ver������ffentlicht. Es enth�����lt eine Sammlung von humorvollen...

Campagne Premi�����re est un livre �����crit par Adolphe Rette et publi����� en 1897. Il s'agit d'un roman qui se d�����roule dans la France rurale du XIXe si�����cle. L'histoire suit les aventures de deux amis, Pierre et Louis, qui d�����cident de...