Archer, Jules

Traces the life of Mao, beginning with his rebellious youth and extending through his "ping pong diplomacy" and President Nixon's announcement of his proposed trip to China.

"An accurate recital of facts, this book gives full descriptions, emotions, motivations and reactions involving the reader in a man's rendezvous with history. It is the story of how MacArthur, an outstanding West Point cadet, rose from second lieutenant to five star general.".

A biography of the Vietnamese peasant who led his people in a successful revolution for independence from France and in the war with South Vietnam.

An exploration of the women's movement, with biographies of Susan B. Anthony, Margaret Sanger, and Betty Friedan.

Describes the nature and prototype of the modern dictator and presents biographical sketches of eighteen twentieth century absolute rulers.