Why Political Biographies Help Us Understand History
Biographies play an important role in studying the full story of past Americans by exploring their successes and how they reached their goals. Here are the five elements of an excellent biography and some personal recommendations.
Jun 12, 2021 •
(d odin/Shutterstock) With July Fourth just passed and summer vacations on the agenda this year, it is a natural time to pick up a biography of a president or political leader. But not all biographies are created equal, and they play an important role in our politics. Here’s why biographies matter, why we should take them seriously, and my recommendations for fantastic reads.