Political leaders and leadership Books

This is William Alexander Foster's memoir, looking at his journey across Canada. Foster was an important public figure, an orator in Montreal, and one of the country's leading journalists for most of the 19th century. Foster's account focuses on...

Ce livre constitue une biographie fascinante du légendaire politicien britannique William Ewart Gladstone. Masheder retrace la vie de Gladstone, de ses débuts modestes à son ascension fulgurante au Parlement et à sa carrière de Premier ministre. Avec des...

This fascinating memoir offers a firsthand account of American politics in the 19th century. Boutwell, who served as a governor, congressman, and senator, shares his insights into some of the most significant events in American history, including the...

The Life of Edward Earl of Clarendon is a biography of the 17th century politician and historian. Clarendon was a leading figure in the English Civil War and wrote a famous history of the conflict. The biography provides an insight into the life and...

From Workhouse to Westminster is a biography of Will Crooks, a British politician and social reformer who rose from poverty and hardship to become a Member of Parliament. The book recounts Crooks' life story, from his humble beginnings in a workhouse to...

This classic biography tells the fascinating story of Abraham Lincoln, from his humble origins in a log cabin to his rise as one of America's most iconic presidents. Eleanor Gridley's engaging prose and deep understanding of history make this an...

A comprehensive biography of Charles Warren Fairbanks, the Indiana senator who served as Theodore Roosevelt's running mate in the 1904 presidential election. The author provides a detailed chronicle of Fairbanks' life and political career, and includes...

David Lloyd George was one of the most important political leaders of the twentieth century, and this biography offers an incisive and illuminating portrait of his life and career. McCormick explores the contradictions and complexities of Lloyd George's...

In this fascinating memoir, Louis Adamic recounts his experiences as a Slovenian immigrant working in the White House during the administration of Franklin D. Roosevelt. With its vivid descriptions of life in the White House and its insights into...

This engaging biography of William Lamb, 2nd Viscount Melbourne, sheds light on the political and social landscape of early 19th-century England. Lamb served as Prime Minister during the reign of Queen Victoria and played a key role in the passage of...

A biography of Abraham Lincoln that emphasizes his connection to the American people and his deep commitment to democracy and freedom. Mace places Lincoln in the context of his times, highlighting his contributions to the Civil War and his role in...

The New Man is the inspiring memoir of Henry Clay Bruce, a former slave who went on to become a prominent journalist and politician in the Reconstruction-era South. Bruce's life story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of...

Ernest Cuneo was a close friend and confidante of Fiorello La Guardia, the beloved mayor of New York City. In this fascinating memoir, Cuneo offers a unique perspective on La Guardia's life and legacy, as well as his own experiences in the worlds of...

Explore the early life of one of America's greatest leaders with this insightful biography of Franklin Roosevelt. From his privileged upbringing to his struggles with illness and adversity, this gripping narrative offers a compelling portrait of the man...

This excerpt from L. P. Brockett's classic biography of Abraham Lincoln provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of America's greatest presidents. With stories of Lincoln's childhood, his rise to power, and his leadership during the...

A biography of the legendary British statesman and diplomat Mark Sykes, this book provides a revealing and illuminating look at one of the most fascinating figures of the early 20th century. Drawing on Sykes's own letters and diaries, as well as those of...

This book features two significant letters - one written by Abraham Lincoln in 1861, following the death of Colonel Elmer Ellsworth, and the other written by Ellsworth to his parents just before his untimely death. The letters provide a touching insight...

This insightful memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the private world of President Abraham Lincoln during the critical months of the Civil War in 1864. Written by Francis Bicknell Carpenter, a noted portrait painter who spent six months living in...

This definitive biography of James K. Polk offers a fascinating portrait of one of America's most overlooked presidents. With meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Allan Nevins brings to life the challenges and triumphs of Polk's presidency, while...

The definitive biography of one of India's most beloved and inspirational figures, Mohandas K. Gandhi. J.B. Kripalani draws on his deep personal connection with Gandhi to offer readers an intimate look at the man behind the myth, from his early years as...

Nettie Colburn Maynard presents a series of firsthand accounts of Abraham Lincoln's interest in spiritualism, including her own psychic encounter with the president shortly after his assassination. This controversial book offers a unique and provocative...

This engaging biography explores the lives of John and Julia Tyler, their contributions to American politics, and their role in shaping the nation during a time of rapid growth and change. From Tyler's unexpected ascent to the presidency to Julia's...

Colonel William H. Crook was a colorful character who served as a bodyguard to President Lincoln through the Civil War and beyond. In this fascinating memoir, Crook recounts his experiences with Lincoln and his encounters with other famous figures of the...

Drawing on historical accounts and personal anecdotes, this biography explores the spiritual side of one of America's most beloved presidents, Abraham Lincoln. With a focus on his faith, ethics, and legacy, readers will gain a deeper understanding of how...

This monumental biography of Abraham Lincoln, published in 1889, is a masterpiece of historical scholarship. Herndon and Weik were two of Lincoln's closest friends and advisers, and their insights into his life and career are unrivaled. This book is...

The Life of George Washington is a classic biography of the first president of the United States, written by Mason Locke Weems, a contemporary of Washington. Weems' biography is famous for its numerous anecdotes and folk tales about Washington, including...

It was a balancing act between two worlds, the safe, secure life in Germany on the one hand and the magical attraction of a foreign country on the other. With time, for the German journalist and author, Brigitte Schulze, Ukraine became a second home. She...

Suzanne’s story is one of constant, unrelenting struggle against a tide of discrimination, greed and corruption. At a young age, she finds herself labelled as being religiously and racially “incorrect.”This sparks her lifetime quest to...

The Sudan state have been in crisis for too long, and rarely did any of the numerous political organizations in the country take the risk and the burden to debate, fight and negotiate for the transformationof the country from a decadent military coup...

'Order, Order!': A Biographical Dictionary of Speakers, Deputy Speakers and Clerks of the Australian House of Representativesshines a first-ever historical light on the remarkable men and women who have served in these national offices since Federation...

Earle Christmas Grafton Page (1880–1961) – surgeon, Country Party leader, treasurer and prime minister – was perhaps the most extraordinary visionary to hold high public office in twentieth-century Australia. Over decades, he made determined efforts to...

Enele Ma`afu, son of Aleamotu`a, Tu`i Kanokupolu, grew up during a time of unprecedented social and political change in Tonga following the advent of Christianity. Moving to Lau, Fiji, in 1847 when he was about 21, he skilfully exploited kinship links to...

This book aims to reflect on the experiential side of writing political lives in the Pacific region. The collection touches on aspects of the life writing art that are particularly pertinent to political figures: public perception and ideology;...