Top political biographies

The best political biographies don't just tell you what happened—they reveal why it mattered then and today. Here are 13 of our favorites. Explore 20 political biography books recommended by Tim Cook, Walter Isaacson, and others to deepen your understanding of leadership and history. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
10 of the best presidential biographies you should add to your reading list, from George Washington to Richard Nixon to Barack Obama to Abraham Lincoln.