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American Political Leaders 1789-2009
Contributor(s): Press, Cq (Author)
ISBN: 160426537X     ISBN-13: 9781604265378
Publisher: CQ Press
OUR PRICE:   $94.05  
Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats
Published: September 2009
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Annotation: The answers to your questions about America's political leaders are just a few of the fascinating facts contained in this handy guide to biographical information on approximately 9,000 of the most important U.S. elected and appointed leaders. Newly updated, this volume now includes key facts on political leaders spanning the complete history of the United States. Organized for quick, easy reference, the book contains six chaptersone for each group coveredin which readers will find basic facts along with special information and boxed features and unique analytical commentary. As comprehensive as it is easy to use, this resource also includes an appendix of additional reference tables on Congress including sessions held, leadership, and committee chairmen. It is the perfect reference guide for researchers, students, or any person who needs names, dates, and other basic information on U.S. leaders in one convenient source.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- History | United States - General
- Biography & Autobiography | Political
- Political Science
Dewey: B
LCCN: 2009028519
Series: American Political Leaders
Physical Information: 1.18" H x 7.22" W x 10.26" (2.20 lbs) 501 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
This handy single volume features a wealth of fascinating biographical information on approximately 9,000 of the most important U.S. elected and appointed leaders. Newly updated, it includes key facts on political leaders spanning 220 years of American history. Organized for quick, easy reference, the book contains six chapters in which readers will find the following on presidents, vice presidents, cabinet members, Supreme Court justices, members of Congress, and governors:

  • Basic Facts including all significant biographical data, such as birth and death dates, periods of public service, and party affiliations
  • Special Information including boxed features and analytical commentary on topics such as presidential disability and succession; religious affiliations of the U.S. presidents and Supreme Court justices; White House hostesses; and women, African Americans, and Hispanic Americans in Congress, the Cabinet, the Supreme Court, and the White House

This easy-to-use resource also offers an appendix of additional reference tables on Congress, including sessions held, leadership, and committee chairmen.

American Political Leaders 1789-2010 is the perfect reference guide for researchers, students, and interested citizens looking for names, dates, and other essential information on U.S. leaders in one convenient, reliable source.