Drury, Allen
Advise and Consent (Advise and Consent)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781614755746
- author:
- Drury, Allen
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Wordfire Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 706
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 3.9 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
A sweeping tale of corruption and ambition set against the backdrop of Washington, DC's stormy political landscape. Allen Drury's novel reveals the bitter conflicts that unfold when the President calls upon the Senate to confirm his controversial choice for Secretary of State. The intricate world of the US Senate is portrayed with realism and insight, exposing the minds and motives of its members, from seasoned politicians to opportunistic demagogues. The novel also delves into personal jealousies and tragic events that turn a highly qualified candidate into a public spectacle. This edition includes Allen Drury's original preface, an essay on the writing of the book, and poignant personal memoirs from his heirs, offering a unique glimpse into the author's vision and the world he created.
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