A. Lincoln

by Ronald C. White, Jr.

His signature—“A. Lincoln”—belied both humility and complexity. Here is a fresh definition of Lincoln as a man whose moral compass—whether guiding him on slavery, politics or religion—holds the key to understanding him.

Abigail & John

by Edith Gelles

Using a wealth of information and excerpts from their extensive correspondence, this first double biography of John and Abigail Adams views the birth of America through the lens of this extraordinary couple.

Abigail Adams

by Woody Holton

Bio of our most illustrious Founding Mother—spanning revolution, social upheaval and her 50-year marriage to John.

Abraham Lincoln

by George McGovern

Told by former senator and presidential candidate George McGovern, a unique, incisive look at our sixteenth president.

After Diana

by Christopher Andersen

On the 10th anniversary of Diana’s death, get the real story behind the rumors, and answers to such question as “which prince appears headed for a breakdown?” “who the queen wants to succeed her” and more! Photos.

Alice

by Stacy A. Cordery

Counts as 2

She was the ultimate insider: daughter of Teddy Roosevelt and wife and mistress to Washington’s top politicians.

Amelia Earhart: The Thrill of It

by Susan Wels

This beautifully illustrated biography vividly captures the pioneering aviator’s unorthodox, unflinching zeal for life.

American Lion

by Jon Meacham

Andrew Jackson moved the White House from the periphery of government to its center. Here, the bestselling author of Franklin and Winston and American Gospel renders this larger-than-life figure in human scale.

American Original

by Joan Biskupic

Full-scale biography of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia explores the far-reaching consequences of his opinions.

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The American Presidents

by David C. Whitney

With scholarly accuracy, this inviting narrative tells of the men who held the most powerful job in the world.

American on Purpose

by Craig Ferguson

The host of The Late Late Show proves he’s just as hilarious on paper, delivering an inspired memoir about his drug and alcohol addictions, rehabilitation, various odd jobs and eventual rise to fame.

Andy Rooney: 60 Years of Wisdom and Wit

by Andrew A. Rooney

America’s favorite curmudgeon ponders everything—from his experiences in WWII and the loss of his mother to the joys of napping—in a collection of essays culled from throughout his colorful career.

Anne Frank

by Francine Prose

A fascinating look at the diary of Anne Frank that explores its artistry, its history and its enduring influence.

As Big as the West

by Clyde A. Milner II

The story of frontiersman Granville Stuart, a man who went from vigilante to diplomat in the span of a few years.