Journal of the Plague Year

In Journal of the Plague Year, Lloyd Constantine provides an intimate account of the tumultuous Spitzer administration, highlighting the personal and political dynamics leading to Eliot Spitzer's downfall. The narrative unfolds during the 17 months leading up to the shocking revelation of Spitzer's involvement with a prostitution ring, exploring the challenges and betrayals faced by a once-promising governor. As Constantine recounts the struggles within the administration and the efforts to salvage Spitzer's presidency, the book offers a deep dive into the complexities of friendship and ambition amidst political turmoil, steering clear of sensationalism around the scandal itself.