This book offers a comprehensive overview of the political system of the United States, examining its institutions, public policies, and the dynamics of governance. It provides an analytical foundation for understanding how American political structures operate, the roles of key actors, and the processes that shape national decision-making. Designed for political science students, the volume bl…
The Making of the President 1972 is Theodore H. White’s detailed narrative of the 1972 U.S. presidential election, offering an inside view of campaign strategies, political maneuvers, and the national atmosphere surrounding the Nixon–McGovern race. As the fourth volume in White’s influential series on American presidential elections, the book blends investigative journalism with political…
The Memoirs of Richard Nixon, Volume I presents the former U.S. President’s personal account of his life, political career, and the major events that shaped his administration. In this volume, Nixon reflects on his early years, his rise in American politics, his experiences as Vice President, and his path to the White House in 1969. He provides detailed insights into domestic policy challenge…
The Path to Power, the first volume in Robert A. Caro’s monumental series The Years of Lyndon Johnson, traces the early life, ambition, and political rise of Lyndon Baines Johnson. Through extensive archival research and vivid narrative detail, Caro explores Johnson’s family background, his formative years in Texas, his relentless pursuit of influence, and his strategic mastery of political…
Landslide: The Unmaking of the President, 1984–1988 offers an investigative and detailed account of the political decline of President Ronald Reagan during his second term in office. Written by journalists Jane Mayer and Doyle McManus, the book examines the internal dynamics of the Reagan administration, major policy failures, and the crises that reshaped public perception of the presidency. …
Reelin' in the Years: The United States Since 1945 provides a comprehensive overview of American history from the end of World War II to the early twenty-first century. Edited by Robert Buzzanco and James Carter, the volume combines scholarly essays, primary documents, and thematic analyses to explore major political, social, cultural, and economic developments in postwar America. Topics includ…
Pure Goldwater presents a curated selection of the private journals, letters, and personal writings of Senator Barry M. Goldwater, one of the leading figures of American conservatism in the twentieth century. Edited by John W. Dean and Barry M. Goldwater, Jr., the book offers rare insight into Goldwater’s political philosophy, legislative struggles, personal reflections, and commentary on maj…
John F. Kennedy, President by Hugh Sidey offers a vivid and intimate portrait of the 35th President of the United States. Written by a journalist who closely observed Kennedy throughout his political career, the book explores Kennedy’s leadership style, personal character, decision-making challenges, and the historical forces shaping his presidency. Sidey provides eyewitness accounts of Kenne…
My Hope for America presents Lyndon B. Johnson’s vision for the nation during a transformative era in American history. Through a collection of speeches, personal reflections, and policy statements, Johnson articulates his aspirations for civil rights progress, economic opportunity, education, healthcare, and national unity. The book offers insight into the philosophy behind Johnson’s “Gr…
Remembering America: A Voice from the Sixties is Richard N. Goodwin’s powerful memoir chronicling his experiences as a political aide and speechwriter during one of the most transformative decades in United States history. Goodwin provides an insider’s account of his work with President John F. Kennedy, President Lyndon B. Johnson, and other key figures shaping the era. The book explores ci…