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BOOKS by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

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A Thousand Days: John F. Kennedy in the White House

A Thousand Days: John F. Kennedy in the White House more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This prizewinning study of President Kennedy and and his administration was written by perhaps his closest aide and friend, and sets a high standard for insider accounts that aspire to the level of history.

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Age of Jackson

Age of Jackson more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

An examination of the politics, ideas, and sentiments associated with Andrew Jackson's presidency, as well as an assessment of American democracy. An extension of Schlesinger's 1941 lectures, "A Reinterpretation of Jacksonian Democracy," the book is a past winner of the Pulitzer Prize for history.

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The Imperial Presidency

The Imperial Presidency more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This study of presidential power by Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Schlesinger was originally published in 1973 and was meant as a warning call. Schlesinger calls on Congress and the people to act to curb the escalating power of the president.

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Robert Kennedy&his Times

Robert Kennedy&his Times more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This portrait by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and long-time Kennedy family confidante, traces the life of Robert F. Kennedy and includes his role as brother and advisor to President John F. Kennedy, his achievements as U.S. senator, and Kennedy's own personal quest as advocate for many liberal causes of the '60s. It also provides a ...

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The Crisis of the Old Order, 1919-1933

The Crisis of the Old Order, 1919-1933 more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

In the first volume in Schlesinger's Age Of Roosevelt series, the esteemed historian describes how the Wall Street Crash of '29 ended a period of prosperity and led to the Depression. Roosevelt emerges on the scene as a force for change.

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James Madison

James Madison more books like this

by Garry Wills, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor), Gary Wills

This biography of the fourth president of the United States examines this founding father's role in helping to write the Constitution and the Federalist Papers. It also considers both his strengths and weaknesses as a legislator and executive, and provides a candid assessment of the two-term Madison administration, which included the War of 1812. ...

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Disuniting of America: Reflections on a Multicultural Society

Disuniting of America: Reflections on a Multicultural Society more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

In this argument against multiculturalism, historian Arthur Schlesinger suggests that trends in education and history fragment society. He suggests an on shared experience and common values.

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Robert F. Kennedy: His Time more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This portrait by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and long-time Kennedy family confidante, traces the life of Robert F. Kennedy and includes his role as brother and advisor to President John F. Kennedy, his achievements as U.S. senator, and Kennedy's own personal quest as advocate for many liberal causes of the '60s. It also provides a ...

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John Quincy Adams

John Quincy Adams more books like this

by Robert Vincent Remini, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

Historian Remini presents a vivid portrait of a man whose pre- and post-presidential careers overshadowed his presidency.

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The Cycles of American History

The Cycles of American History more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr., first revealed the sequences that governed American politics over the past two centuries in The Cycles of American History. In this updated edition, the prominent political historian continues to reflect on the "recurring struggle between pragmatism and idealism in the American soul" (Time). Faced with a new century, a ...

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An American Album: One Hundred and Fifty Years of Harper's Magazine

An American Album: One Hundred and Fifty Years of Harper's Magazine more books like this

by Lewis H Lapman (Editor), Ellen Rosenbush (Editor), Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Foreword by)

The American experience is explored through this collection of the magazine's best reports, poetry, fiction, commentary, speeches and humorous writings--from authors ranging from Mark Twain to Annie Dillard. 200+ illustrations.

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The disuniting of America more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

In this argument against multiculturalism, historian Arthur Schlesinger suggests that trends in education and history fragment society. He suggests an on shared experience and common values.

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Journals: 1952-2000

Journals: 1952-2000 more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

A landmark publication in the history of American letters, and a unique opportunity to celebrate the legacy of the one of the great public intellectuals of our time. For more than a half century, Arthur Schlesinger, Jr. was at the vital center of American political and cultural life. From his entrance into political leadership circles in the 1950s ...

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The Coming of the New Deal more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This is the second volume of Schlesinger's three-volume history of the Franklin Roosevelt years, THE AGE OF ROOSEVELT. It is preceded by THE CRISIS OF THE OLD ORDER and followed by THE POLITICS OF UPHEAVAL.

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The Politics of Upheaval more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This is the third volume of THE AGE OF ROOSEVELT, Schlesinger's history of the Franklin Roosevelt years. It is preceded by THE CRISIS OF THE OLD ORDER and THE COMING OF THE NEW DEAL.

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War and the American Presidency more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

In this collection of unified essays, America's distinguished historian, Arthur M. Schlesinger selects key issues that have arisen during the George W. Bush administration and examines them in the light of history. In the opening essay, he explains how, though unilateralism was actually the prevailing approach through most of our country's history ...

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A Life in the Twentieth Century: Innocent Beginnings, 1917-1950 more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

Subtitled "Innocent Beginnings," this first volume of the eminent American historian's autobiography brings him from his childhood through his days as a student at Harvard and Cambridge universities, and up to postwar years and the writing of his classic, THE VITAL CENTER. Schlesinger was the son of the respected historian, Arthur M. Schlesinger, ...

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Woodrow Wilson more books like this

by H W Brands, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

An acclaimed historian and Pulitzer Prize finalist offers a clear, comprehensive, and timely account of Wilson's unusual route to the White House, his campaign against corporate interests, and his decline in popularity and health following the rejection by Congress of his League of Nations.

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The Vital Center: The Politics of Freedom more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

The Vital Center is an eloquent and incisive defense of liberal democracy against its rivals to the left and to the right, communism and fascism. It shows how the failures of free society had led to the mass escape from freedom and sharpened the appeal of totalitarian solutions. It calls for a radical reconstruction of the democratic faith based ...

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James K. Polk more books like this

by John Seigenthaler, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

Siegenthaler pens the story of the pivotal president who watched over America's westward expansion and solidified the dream of Jacksonian democracy.

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William McKinley more books like this

by Kevin P Phillips, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

In a powerfully written and persuasive biography, bestselling historian and political commentator Kevin Phillips reconsiders McKinley's overshadowed legacy, arguing that his lackluster ratings have been sustained by unjust biographers.

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Thomas Jefferson more books like this

by Joyce Appleby, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

An illuminating analysis of the man whose name is synonymous with American democracy. In this compelling examination, distinguished historian Appleby captures all of the richness of Jefferson's character and accomplishments.

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Rutherford B. Hayes more books like this

by Hans Louis Trefousse, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

This biography of the 19th President tells of his life and his one-term presidency, which was marked by a contested election (which fell to him through a vote in Congress), the weakening of Reconstruction, and the reform of the civil service.

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The Coming of the New Deal, 1933-1935 more books like this

by Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr.

This is the second volume of Schlesinger's three-volume history of the Franklin Roosevelt years, THE AGE OF ROOSEVELT. The early years of the Roosevelt administration find Roosevelt acting quickly to establish his New Deal.

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Gerald R. Ford: The 38th President, 1974-1977 more books like this

by Douglas G Brinkley, Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (Editor)

The "accidental" president whose innate decency and steady hand restored the presidency after its greatest crisis When Gerald R. Ford entered the White House in August 1974, he inherited a presidency tarnished by the Watergate scandal, the economy was in a recession, the Vietnam War was drawing to a close, and he had taken office without having ...

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