"He was born in Austria, the son of an austere police chief. By the age of twenty-one, he was living in Los Angeles and had been crowned Mr. Universe. Within five years, he had learned English and was the world's greatest bodybuilder. Within ten years, he had earned his college degree and was a millionaire. Within twenty years, he was the world's biggest movie star and the husband of Maria Shriver. Thirty-six years after coming to America, he was...

Based on interviews and access to previously unavailable documents, and infused with irresistible storytelling charm, Spitz provides a post-partisan biography of Ronald Reagan, our 40th President. A young man is born into poverty and raised by a pious mother and a reckless, alcoholic, largely absent father, he became a radio sportscaster, a Hollywood star, the Governor of California, and an icon President of the United States. Spitz doesn't flinch...

Jesse Ventura--former governor, wrestler, and Navy SEAL--on what's wrong with the Democrats, the Republicans, and politics in America.--From publisher description.

An introduction to the life and accomplishments of America's fourtieth president, Ronald Regan.