The Accidental President

Harry S. Truman and the Four Months That Changed the World

A. J. Baime

The book chronicles the initial months of Harry S. Truman's presidency following Franklin D. Roosevelt's death in 1945, detailing his unexpected ascent to power and the pivotal decisions he made that shaped the post-war world, including the use of the atomic bomb and the foundation of the United Nations. It provides an in-depth look at Truman's leadership during critical events such as the end of World War II and the beginning of the Cold War.

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Go Like Hell

Ford, Ferrari, and Their Battle for Speed and Glory at Le Mans

A. J. Baime

The book chronicles the intense rivalry between the American automotive giant Ford and the Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari, focusing on their competition at the 24 Hours of Le Mans during the 1960s. It details the development of the iconic Ford GT40, the personalities involved like Enzo Ferrari and Henry Ford II, and the grueling endurance race that pushed these companies and their drivers to the limits of speed and endurance.

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The Arsenal Of Democracy

FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at War

A. J. Baime

The book chronicles how President Franklin D. Roosevelt galvanized the industrial might of Detroit to transform its auto factories into a key production front for World War II armaments. It details the personal and political challenges faced in mobilizing the American economy to support the war effort, focusing on the pivotal role played by the Ford Motor Company in manufacturing B-24 bombers.

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