The Lincoln Miracle puts the Republican convention into context of the national battle against slavery. The context doesn’t start, or stop, at the convention

The book shines with the author writes about Coolidge’s economics. The author makes excellent arguments defending his tax policies and budgetary choices

I thought Mr. Walter made his case, that President Harding, inheriting a nation in crisis, led the United States in a laudable manner

The path to the Confederate attack on a Fort Sumter was paved by misunderstandings, missed opportunities, slow and/or vague communications, and indecisiveness

The Bully Pulpit by Doris Kearns Goodwin could be considered three books in one. Two biographies and a history of investigative journalism

I especially enjoyed reading about his relationship with General Sherman & Abraham Lincoln. Grant writes in direct and precise language, with a clear narrative

After reading this book, I agree with the author that Grover Cleveland deserves to be better remembers than just a trivia answer

This is an excellent biography with fantastic collections of charts, pictures, and maps. His time as a new General is something I found to be most interesting

James Buchanan is not portrayed as a monster, or bad administrator. He was a very capable, gentleman, excellent lawyer, and active in his community

Impeached by David O. Steward explains complex legislative and legal issues in a clear, conscience manner, staying away from legalese or academic language