A Godly Hero

In this acclaimed biography, award-winning historian Michael Kazin offers a comprehensive re-examination of William Jennings Bryan, a prominent politician, evangelist, and reformer, highlighting his remarkable career and the complex interplay of religion and politics during his rise to fame. Kazin captures Bryan's significant appeal to both rural and urban Americans, showcasing his impact on the Democratic Party and the broader landscape of American liberalism. As a three-time presidential nominee, Bryan's legacy, though contentious, remains a monumental part of American history, and this work restores him to his rightful place within it.