Running for President : The Candidates and Their Images : 1789-1896 and 1900-1992 (2 Volume Set)

By Fred L. Israel, Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr., Fred L. Arthur M., Jr. (editor); Israel

Book Overview

This two-volume work portrays, election by election, the diverse ways in which presidential candidates have carried their messages and personalities to the electorate. Each election is covered in a short, readable essay by a well-known scholar. Each essay is accompanied by full-colour illustrations of campaign artifacts: banners, posters, ribbons, buttons, songs, cartoons, and other relevant articles. This book is intended for anyone interested in American history, politics, the American presidency, and in the collectibles that are a part of every campaign.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0133033716
• ISBN13: 9780133033717
• Release Date: January 1994
• Publisher: Macmillan Library Reference
• Length: 936 Pages
• Weight: 10.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.8" x 3.5" x 10.3"

Customer Reviews

An excellent reference on American political history

An incredibly well-researched reference, layed out beautifully, enhanced with photos of funny and fascinating political memorabilia; informative, as well as entertaining and lively. A great addition to any school or general library, or to the collection of any avid student or fan of American political and popular culture.