Political leaders and leadership Books

Ernest Howard Crosby was a tireless advocate for social justice and a champion of nonviolent resistance. In this tribute, Leonard Dalton Abbott celebrates Crosby's life and legacy, chronicling his achievements and his contributions to the great causes of...

This biography pays tribute to the life and legacy of James P. Clarke, a distinguished senator from Arkansas. From his humble beginnings to his rise to national prominence, Clarke's life story is a testament to the values of hard work and perseverance...

Une biographie approfondie et captivante du célèbre chancelier allemand, couvrant sa vie personnelle et sa carrière politique.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

This biography of Aaron Burr, the controversial early American statesman and Vice President, tells the story of his life, career, and legacy. From his famous duel with Alexander Hamilton to his later trial for treason, Burr's life was full of drama, and...

This book delves into the personal life of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his early years and his rise to the presidency. It explores his relationships with his family and friends, his thoughts on slavery and the Civil War, and his famous speeches and...

In this powerful biography, Robert Isaac Wilberforce and Samuel Wilberforce tell the story of William Wilberforce. Wilberforce was a leading abolitionist and social reformer who fought to end the transatlantic slave trade.This work has been selected by...

A biographical account of the antislavery activist and politician James Gillespie Birney, focusing on his personal and political life.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization...

This biography of M. M. Kovalevsky offers a fascinating look into the life of one of Russia's most celebrated scholars and political figures. Pasvolsky provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Kovalevsky, tracing his career from his early years as a...

This book is a collection of reminiscences by Robert Farquharson, a Scottish barrister and MP who served in the House of Commons during the late 19th century. The book provides a unique insight into the life and work of a Victorian politician, including...

This is a fascinating memoir of the life and work of Hon Teunis G Bergen, one of the most influential figures in the history of New Utrecht. Samuel S. Purple expertly traces Bergen's life story, from his early years to his illustrious career as a writer,...

A biography of Sir William Harcourt, a prominent British politician and member of parliament in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Harcourt served as Chancellor of the Exchequer and Home Secretary, and was known for his eloquent speeches and...

Discover the fascinating story of one of Wales' most iconic figures in The Life of David Lloyd George with a Short History of the Welsh People. This remarkable biography, written by John Hugh Edwards, delves into the life of the famous Welsh statesman...

Buchanan was one of the most important and controversial presidents of the United States, serving from 1857 to 1861 on the eve of the Civil War. This collection brings together his most important speeches, state papers, and private correspondence,...

Samuel Greene Arnold provides a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of Patrick Henry, one of America's founding fathers. With a focus on Henry's role in the American Revolution, this biography paints a vivid picture of the man behind the legend...

This biography provides an insightful and in-depth look at the life and legacy of Hon. Samuel Hanna, a prominent figure in early American politics. Drawing on extensive research and historical documents, the author paints a vivid picture of Hanna's...

This is a moving and insightful biography of Seth Conkling, a prominent lawyer and politician in the mid-19th century. With a richly textured and nuanced writing style, the authors bring Conkling to life, offering readers a vivid portrait of this complex...

Andrew Jackson remains one of America's most controversial and divisive presidents. In this comprehensive biography, John Spencer Bassett offers a balanced and nuanced portrait of the man and his legacy, drawing on contemporary accounts and a wealth of...

Este primer volumen de la obra completa de José Martí presenta los escritos más importantes de este ícono cubano. Martí fue un defensor de la independencia de Cuba y uno de los líderes del movimiento de independencia en el siglo XIX. Sus escritos...

This fascinating supplement to Giuseppe Garibaldi's autobiography offers a more detailed look at his experiences fighting in the wars of Italian unification. It provides additional context and insight into Garibaldi's remarkable life, and is a must-read...

This is a definitive biography of President Woodrow Wilson, offering a detailed account of his life and career, as well as a comprehensive analysis of his political and intellectual legacy. From his early years in Virginia to his tenure at Princeton and...

The Robert Lucas Journal is a collection of personal writings from Robert Lucas, the Governor of Ohio, during the 1830s and 1840s. These journals provide insight into Lucas' life, work as governor, and his political and personal views.This work has been...

Kerrick provides a lively and informative biography of Isaac Funk, a farmer and businessman who became one of Illinois's leading political figures in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawing on family records, personal correspondence, and other...

This collection of letters offers a rare glimpse into the personal and political life of Abraham Lincoln. Including correspondence with family members, friends, and political allies, the book provides insights into Lincoln's character, beliefs, and...

This short book explores the life and career of George Washington from the perspective of his involvement in Freemasonry. The author argues that Washington was deeply committed to the Masonic ideals of fraternity, charity, and morality, and that these...

A collection of diary entries from George Washington spanning from 1791 to 1799, providing firsthand insight into the life and presidency of the United States' first leader.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is...

In this powerful memoir, Michael Davitt shares his experiences as a political prisoner in Ireland. Through a series of lectures he delivered to his fellow inmates, he explores the nature of freedom, justice, and moral responsibility.This work has been...

This delightful collection of tales and anecdotes from the life of Abraham Lincoln showcases the wit, wisdom, and humor that made him one of America's most beloved Presidents. From his early years as a backwoods lawyer to his struggles during the Civil...

Zinovév's authoritative biography traces the life and legacy of one of the most influential figures in modern history. From Lenin's early political activism to his role in the Russian Revolution to his tenure as head of the Soviet Union, this book offers...

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...

This book is a memoir of the author's experiences working in the British Foreign Office during the 19th century. It offers insights into the inner workings of British diplomacy during a time of great change and international upheaval.This work has been...

In his autobiographical account, Carl Schurz discusses his life and the various roles he played in American politics, including as a Civil War general and Secretary of the Interior under President Rutherford B. Hayes. This book provides a fascinating...

This book is the autobiography of Gurdon Wallace Wattles, a 19th-century American lawyer and politician. It includes details of his early life and family background, as well as his experiences in public service and the legal profession.This work has been...

This engaging book sketches an intimate portrait of the life of Wang Fucheng, an illiterate peasant who served for thirty years as Communist party secretary of an impoverished village on the north China plain. Based on conversations over a seven-year...

A biography extending from Casement's Irish origins to his work in Africa and South America as British consul. Casement's official reports on the atrocities committed against the rubber gatherers brought him fame and led to reform of the rubber trade in...

During the formative years of Dallas, Texas, the Hispanic populationmoved in circles that united and developed as a uniform society, buildingand molding the community to reach out and redefine themselves. Butover the years, this trend slowly subsided. By...

The award-winning author presents a provocative, thoroughly modern revisionist biographical history of one of America's greatest and most influential families--the Roosevelts--exposing heretofore unknown family secrets and detailing complex family...

This extensive biography of one of Malawi's most important historical figures aims to provide coverage of the missing events in the subject's own autobiography: the 1959 state of emergency, his years in detention and prison, his periods of ministerial...

Few events in Kenya's recent history have captured the imagination of the nation as those of the period from the late 1970s. Between the pages of this memoirs is a history of that period which is hardly taught in our schools and is fast receding into the...

Welcome to Biography (the Most Influential Persons in the World History) series. In this book, we will discover the life of Kim Jong-un (金正恩) is the Supreme Leader (最高领导人) of North Korea (朝鲜). This Biography series is dedicated to helping Mandarin...

In "The Donald Trump Story", readers are invited on a compelling journey through the life and career of one of the most polarizing and influential figures in modern American history. This comprehensive biography provides an in-depth exploration...

द्रौपदी मुर्मू भारत की नवनिर्वाचित 15वीं राष्ट्रपति हैं। उन्हें किसी और परिचय की आवश्यकता नहीं है। लेकिन अगर आप ओडिशा के एक अनजान आदिवासी गांव से देदीप्यमान रायसीना हिल्स तक की उनकी अद्भुत यात्रा के बारे में विस्तार से जानना चाहते हैं, तो यह पुस्तक...

Dictatorship, contrary to the general belief, is not an African invention. The history of this practice dates back to the Roman Empire where the "extraordinary magistrate" and the "ordinary magistrate" wielded uncontrolled power in...

This book is about a shocking revelation of a sovereign country- Uganda, which is under abominable siege, by a foreign occupation army from Rwanda, with its diabolic criminal gang, who entered Uganda as refugees, including the so-called General Yoweri...

Big Birds are rare in Palestine. Daoud Kuttab knows. The ups and downs of producing a world-famous children’s program quickly escalated into more than just teaching Elmo to speak Arabic like the new Palestinian characters, Kareem and Hanin. The...

Saint Constantine was no ordinary person. Some say he was destined for greatness, others say he simply made decisions based on his beliefs and principles. Let's read about his life to better understand how he handled mistakes and pushed himself to be a...