1946-

Discusses George W. Bush's journey to the presidency and his leadership in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks, examining Bush's personality and political skills, as well as the factors and biases that shape and color political media coverage.

A biography of the former Texas governor who was elected President in the much-contested presidential race in 2000.

Portrait of how the Clinton White House really works, based on interviews with administration insiders and other key officials and confidential internal memos, diaries, and meeting notes.

The author provides an account of his experiences during the Vietnam War, discussing his decision, while home for Christmas during basic training, to leave behind his family, his girlfriend, and his homeland and escape to Canada where he has lived for thirty years.

Cultural analyst Tony Watkins critiques Philip Pullman's "His Dark Material" trilogy, looking at the fantasy novels' religious and scientific foundations, as well as their cultural and spiritual significance.

Argues that an inept and weakly led coalition that is dominated by religious zealotry is threatening the future of America and losing the respect of other countries.

Presents a guide to studying Tim O'Brien's "The Things They Carried, " a collection of related short fiction stories that recreate the Vietnam War experiences of an American foot soldier, featuring a list of characters, a biographical sketch of the author, and a selection of critical essays.