1923-

Henry Kissinger discusses the experiences he had during the last half of his political career, from the resignation of Richard Nixon through the Cold War.

A collection of essays by African-American poet Mari Evans in which she addresses the lives of African-Americans in the United States and provides advice on change; discussing family, politics, education, the importance of museums, and other related topics.

Personal letters help chronicle the relationship between Ronald and Nancy Reagan from their first meeting in 1950 through the 1990s.

Story of Matthew and Mae Bertha Carter, whose determination to build a better life led them to take advantage of new civil rights laws in 1965 and send their children to an all-white school in Sunflower County, Mississippi and whose family suffered threats, deprivation and torture as a result.

Relates the story of a soldier from Russell, Kansas, who was injured in World War II and who went on to become a Republican senator in the United States Congress.

A penetrating investigation into Kissinger's complex character and rise to prominence in diplomatic circles. Bibliog.