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Written by John F. Kennedy in 1955, 'Profiles in Courage' chronicles the lives and actions of eight U.S. Senators who stood by their principles despite significant personal and political risks. The book highlights acts of political courage throughout American history, emphasizing the importance of moral integrity and the willingness to make difficult decisions for the greater good. It includes detailed profiles of senators such as John Quincy Adams, Daniel Webster, Thomas Hart Benton, Sam Houston, and Edmund G. Ross, among others. The narratives serve as a testament to the enduring impact of courageous decisions on American history and offer timeless lessons on leadership, integrity, and the complexities of democratic governance.

The Years of Lyndon Johnson is a multi-volume biography that meticulously details the life of Lyndon B. Johnson. The series includes four published volumes: The Path to Power, Means of Ascent, Master of the Senate, and The Passage of Power. These volumes cover Johnson's early life in the Texas Hill Country, his rise through Congress, his tenure as Senate Majority Leader, and his assumption of the presidency after John F. Kennedy's assassination. The biography is known for its exhaustive research, including interviews with numerous contemporaries of Johnson and a deep dive into the historical context of his life and times[2][4][5].