Coolidge

Amity Shlaes

The biography chronicles the life and presidency of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States, highlighting his small-government philosophy and fiscal conservatism. It delves into his leadership style, personal character, and the economic policies of the 1920s that were influenced by his laissez-faire approach to governance.

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The Forgotten Man

A New History of the Great Depression

Amity Shlaes

The book presents an alternative perspective on the Great Depression, challenging the conventional wisdom about the era and the effectiveness of the New Deal policies implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. It focuses on the impact of government intervention on individuals and businesses, arguing that such policies prolonged the economic downturn and hindered recovery.

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