Essays on the presidents

the long version

This collection of essays by Dr. Paul F. Boller Jr. shares the humorous, intriguing, and little-known or widely misunderstood aspects of the American presidency. Personality-of the most interesting presidents and of Boller himself-is an important theme throughout this collection. Boller's prose, distinct and inviting, causes the reader to see what is often overlooked in the history of American presidents: their humanity. Here he corrects the misconceptions many Americans deem as truth in a lighthearted and truly characteristic voice, showing the significant changes in the presidential office.