Author in Chief

In "Author in Chief," Craig Fehrman offers an engaging exploration of the pivotal role that books have played in the lives of U.S. presidents and American history. Drawing on a decade of research, Fehrman highlights both well-known and obscure presidential writings, revealing how these literary contributions shaped public perception, influenced elections, and provided insight into the personal motivations of leaders from Abraham Lincoln to Donald Trump. Through newly uncovered materials, this work illuminates the complex interplay between a president's ambitions and their literary endeavors, offering listeners a fresh perspective on the power of words in shaping a nation's narrative.