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Who's Buried in Grant's Tomb? : A Tour of Presidential Gravesites 21 reviews
Brian Lamb, The C-SPAN Staff
C-Span, 2000
This Is A Fun Read, & Much More Reasonable than Sarah Vowell
Brian Lamb and his C-SPAN team have written a number of wonderful and extremely-informative essay-filled booknotes on American History and Characters. "Who's Buried in Grant's Tomb" is no exception.
With contributions from Douglas Brinkley, Richard Norton Smith, and other noted Historians, this compact, easy-to-read volume is filled with vignettes and facts about all of the deceased ...
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The Buying of the President 200414 reviews, ...
HarperCollins, 2004
Americans really are ignorant
Let me start by saying I do not want George W. Bush re-elected, and I don't have any interest in John Kerry running the White House for the next four years either. I left myself open to have my opinions on American government influenced by this book, but I could never have imagined the magnitude in which this book changed my beliefs of our political process. It's no secret to anyone that money ...
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The Courage to Survive22 reviews
Dennis Kucinich
Phoenix Books, 2007
What America is all about!
AMAZING is right.
Dennis Kucinich's book has something for everyone. People often tell me it's America's ultimate failure that we judge presidential candidates on who is "likeable" and who "isn't." But, I'll say it right now: I LIKE Dennis Kucinich.
It's very easy to relate to his story, which makes it all the more effective. The story behind the politician is what every person should ...
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Presidential Donor14 reviews
PublishAmerica, 2006
Great Book Fast Read
This was a most interesting book. It's hard enough to write a good medical thriller, but then to throw in political suspense and make it work takes considerable skill. This author handles it perfectly. I read his first book (Skin Deep) and was so impressed I had to get this, his second, and once again I am equally impressed with this book. The pace in both books is very fast and it's hard to put ...
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Guantanamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power12 reviews
Joseph Margulies
Simon & Schuster, 2006
Makes You Wonder Why Bush Is Not In Prison
Robert McNamara noted (about WWII), "LeMay said if we lost the war that we would have all been prosecuted as war criminals. And I think he's right. He... and I'd say I... were behaving as war criminals." No question that the only thing that keeps Bush, Rumsfeldt, etc. out of jail is that fact that they are protected by our country's hard to challenge power. If we were a broken power rather than a ...
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The President's Daughter27 reviews
Ellen Emerson White
Feiwel & Friends, 2008
Fabulous Young Adult Fiction...for Grownups
I first read the first two books when I was in high school...in the 80s. I enjoyed them then, and sorely regret loaning them to a younger cousin when I got to college and was ostensibly 'too old' for them. My local bookstore didn't carry "God Save the Queen," so I've never read that one.
I'm 36 now, and I've read one heckuva lot of books. But two of that stay with me are "The President's ...
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The Dark Horse: The Surprise Election and Political Murder of President James A. Garfield35 reviews
Kenneth D. Ackerman, Kenneth Ackerman
Da Capo Press, 2003
Well done tale of political intrigue
This is a fascinating look at a little known president in American history. It covers the convention that nominated Garfield where he was not even a contender. Garfield was a representative for General Sherman who was against General Grant and James Blaine. This convention was one of the most interesting in our history and shows how the freedom of delegates can result in a compromise that gives ...
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What It Takes: The Way to the White House22 reviews
Richard Ben Cramer
Vintage, 1993
Simply put
As a lifetime Democrat, I was horrified to read this book and feel not only sympathetic towards Bob Dole, but also admiration. Of course, the author goes on to confirm my worst fears about George H.W., Reagan and some of the Democratic party's candidates from the era. A stunning work. It is inspring and depressing at the same time.
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The Real McCain: Why Conservatives Don't Trust Him and Why Independents Shouldn't17 reviews
Cliff Schecter
PoliPoint Press, 2008
The two McCains
This book is a carefully and thoroughly sourced revelation that makes clear that John McCain has "worked" the media into portraying him as a "straight-talker", "maverick" and "independent" when, in fact, he is anything but.
Schecter presents a picture of the McCain of public posturing and pronouncements and then sharply contrasts that with his voting record. As to the former, McCain's stand ...
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The Revolution: A Manifesto502 reviews
Ron Paul
Grand Central Publishing, 2008
A book from the man who should be the next President.
After the "Super Tuesday" results came in and I was disappointed with how Ron Paul did in those primaries, I reverted to my characteristic cynicism and bitterness with the political process and decided that I no longer had a desire to support ANY politician, regardless of political philosophy and legislative history. I removed Ron Paul from my page, left the "Veterans for Ron Paul" facebook ...
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The Greatest Presidential Stories Never Told: 100 Tales from History to Astonish, Bewilder, and Stupefy10 reviews
Rick Beyer
Collins, 2007
A Fun, Enjoyable Historical Read
If you are looking for light hearted historical reading then this is a must. Throughly engrossing little book that you won't be able to put it down once you start reading it. I plan to follow up by reading the author's other two books as well as some of the sources that he utilized in producing this book. Great stuff!
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Reagan's Revolution: The Untold Story of the Campaign That Started It All12 reviews
Craig Shirley
Thomas Nelson, 2005
Monumental
Craig Shirley's publication "Reagan Revolution" is a wealth for those who are seeking even even more information on Ronald Wilson Reagan. I remember thinking there needed to be a definitive account of the 1976 Republican primaries, and was glad to run across this account.
I enjoyed this book because there is so much new information about the 76 campaign and the inner workings of the Ford ...
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The Official Handbook of the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy: The 2008 Presidential Election Edition6 reviews
Mark W. Smith
Regnery Publishing, 2008
Offical hand book for the Vast Right Wing Conspiracy 2008
This book is a great read from begining to the end. All subjects well defined easy reading and eye opening. A 5 Star book.
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The Gibraltar Conspiracy8 reviews
Jack Uldrich
Mortyn Press, 2000
This novel would make a great movie!!
It's been almost thirty years since Watergate, and it's politics as usual. But what is usual is hidden from the American public by spin doctors, special interest money, and who knows what else that goes on behind the political scene. Some independent political parties have sprung up, but the press gives them little attention. Why? Jack Uldrich, former naval intelligence officer and former ...
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Madam President: Shattering the Last Glass Ceiling12 reviews
Eleanor Clift, Tom Brazaitis
Scribner, 2000
A must read for all women
I really enjoyed the book. I could't put it down. It was enlightening and very interesting to see that these highly placed women are confronted with some of the same issues as other women. I began to understand why there aren't more women occupying seats of power. Very relatable and valuable for women who want to shatter the glass ceiling in their own organizations.
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The John F. Kennedys: A Family Album6 reviews
Rizzoli Universe Promotional Books, 2003
The John F. Kennedys : A Family Album.
Mark Shaw's photographs capture the idyllic moments of John, Jackie, Caroline and John Jr., whether at play in the White House or laughing together on a Cape Cod beach. The simple yet stunning photos of this famous foursome will be as familiar to you as your own family photo album. To those who were there when John Kennedy was in the White House, this book will serve as a touching remembrance ...
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An Amazing Adventure8 reviews
Simon & Schuster, 2004
I could not put this book down.
One cannot possibly read this book and not develop a greater appreciation for the sacrifices, courage, determination and faith that the Liebermans made throughout the campaign and throughout their lives.
Not only is this a "biography" but it is also an excellent book on the political process, namely the campaign process. Throughout the book, the reader becomes acutely aware of the amount of ...
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Empire Statesman: The Rise and Redemption of Al Smith11 reviews
Robert A. Slayton
Free Press, 2001
A compelling and moving biography of a great American
Growing up in New York, it was hard to avoid the name Alfred E. Smith. The huge housing development on the Lower East Side is just one structure that bears his name. But it wasn't until I had read Leon Stein's "Traingle Fire" (for a college paper), when I learned something about the man himself. Later, as another reviewer mentioned, Al Smith was highlighted in the Ric Burns "New York" ...
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Schlepper! A Mostly True Tale of Presidential Politics11 reviews
Iris Burnett, Kathleen Murphy
Xlibris Corporation, 2004
Funny, bright and true!
This is a book about the people in Presidential camapigns and what they go through. What Iris Burnett doesn't know about campaign politics isn't worth knowing. And, yet, she sees the humanity of it all. And still she loves it for what can be accomplished to help ordinary people. She made me laugh out of sheer recognition of the truth. Buy this book today. You will be hooked by the end of ...
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Presidential Redwork: A Stitch in Time9 reviews
Michael G. Buckingham
American Quilter's Society, 2000
PRESIDENTIAL REDWORK
LOVE IT, BUT PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE DRAW GEORGE W. BUSH AND SEND IT OUT TO QUILT SHOPS OR MAKE IT AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET.
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