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Huey Long: A Candid Biography - Hardcover
$77.49
by Forrest Davis (Author)
With A Digest Of The Share-Our-Wealth Principles Prepared By Senator Huey Long.
Forrest Davis's Huey Long: A Candid Biography offers a compelling and unflinching portrait of one of the most polarizing figures in 20th-century American politics. Originally published in 1935, shortly before Long's assassination, this hardcover edition traces the Louisiana Senator's remarkable trajectory from a rural, hardscrabble upbringing in Winnfield to becoming the state's governor and a national force through his fiery populism. Davis, a seasoned journalist, captures Long's charisma, cunning political maneuvers, and relentless drive to uplift the poor, while also examining his authoritarian tactics, battles with entrenched elites, and the controversial "Share Our Wealth" program that promised radical economic redistribution.
With a blend of admiration and critical scrutiny, the book delves into Long's larger-than-life personality—his bombastic oratory, shrewd deal-making, and unapologetic ambition—without shying away from the darker aspects of his rule, including allegations of corruption and dictatorial control over Louisiana's government. This candid account remains a vital historical document, illuminating how Long embodied the frustrations of Depression-era America while foreshadowing the perils of unchecked power, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complex legacy of "The Kingfish."
Number of Pages: 312
Dimensions: 0.88 x 6 x 9.02 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: September 10, 2010