The Williams biography on Huey Long is one of my favorite biographies. I have a first edition hardback on my bookshelf. Long defined the populist politician, not only for the 30s but even today.
On a distantly related note: I saw your posting today (Sunday) even though you sent it out Friday. I am in Florida and we were without electricity for 21 hours (some are still without) and we just got internet back this evening. The title of your newsletter, "When Power Goes Awry" made me do a double take.
I love your book reviews, but please move on from the political rhetoric. The comparisons between our two eras are weak and misleading at best. In the hopes of encouraging and not shutting down conversation, would you be willing to read works of literature that show history from another point of view? Might I recommend writers like Thomas Sowell to go along with your weekly reads? The more we can read from multiple POV, the greater we can understand the time in which we live. Otherwise, keep up the good work!
I want to read the book about Huey Long. I am from New Orleans. So were my parents and grandparents. They all liked Huey Long. My father was a very wise, educated, and traditional man. So it is kind of surprising he liked Long. But he hated FDR and so I think compared the two.
You’ve piqued my interest about Huey Long. My parents have a copy, and I might borrow it on my next visit. I appreciate your reviews!
Thanks!
The Williams biography on Huey Long is one of my favorite biographies. I have a first edition hardback on my bookshelf. Long defined the populist politician, not only for the 30s but even today.
On a distantly related note: I saw your posting today (Sunday) even though you sent it out Friday. I am in Florida and we were without electricity for 21 hours (some are still without) and we just got internet back this evening. The title of your newsletter, "When Power Goes Awry" made me do a double take.
Glad you're safe, Ralph!
Thanks Jeremy
I love your book reviews, but please move on from the political rhetoric. The comparisons between our two eras are weak and misleading at best. In the hopes of encouraging and not shutting down conversation, would you be willing to read works of literature that show history from another point of view? Might I recommend writers like Thomas Sowell to go along with your weekly reads? The more we can read from multiple POV, the greater we can understand the time in which we live. Otherwise, keep up the good work!
Appreciate the feedback.
Great reviews Jeremy! Looking forward to the Huey Long bio. Peterkin’s novel - not so much.
I want to read the book about Huey Long. I am from New Orleans. So were my parents and grandparents. They all liked Huey Long. My father was a very wise, educated, and traditional man. So it is kind of surprising he liked Long. But he hated FDR and so I think compared the two.
Yes, him and FDR were definitely at odds. Each felt threatened by the other.
Always interesting and thoughtful. Thank you