Most Popular Books by Haynes Johnson

National bestseller: In this brilliantly readable book, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist chronicles the Reagan decade, when America fell from dominant world power to struggling debtor nation and when optimism turned to foreboding. In human terms and living case histories, Haynes Johnson captures the drama and tragedy of an era nurtured by greed and a morality that found virtue in not getting caught. "It is morning again in America," Reagan''s campaign commercials told us, and for too long we embraced that convenient lie. Indeed, the problems that came to plague us in that decade are with us even more today, as Johnson memorably demonstrates in--his afterword, "Notes on an Era," written especially for this new paperback reissue. This book will remain a signature work of political analysis for years to come.

Taking as an example the Clinton health care reform initiative, the authors show how a policy that aimed to please everyone ended by satisfying no one due to pressure groups, political gamesmanship and the inertia of the American ''system''.

The bestselling, truly gripping account of 2008''s landmark election, updated through 2009 The election of 2008 shattered political barriers and ignited an extraordinary battle among some of the most formidable political rivals ever to seek the presidency. Now, Dan Balz and Haynes Johnson, two of America''s most respected journalists, offer the first complete picture of the strategies-and singular personalities- that accompanied the candidates'' first forays into Iowa and New Hampshire through Obama''s historic victory on Election Night. Filled with insider details, this riveting, wholly nonpartisan account of the historic election will capture the attention of everyone who witnessed it, as well as future generations who wished they had. A Washington Post and L.A. Times Best Book of the Year.

A Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist looks back on the 1990s--the tumultuous era that led the nation from an age of innocence into an age of terrorism. Features a new Foreword, Afterword, and postscript by the author. A "New York Times" Notable Book of the Year.

Nationwide, Americans faced the legacy of the Reagan ''80s with a skepticism that colored their attitudes about politicians and the political system itself. Yet people were eager to take on the challenge of the ''90s. Johnson urges us to join together, face the challenge of change and take the brave gamble to reclaim the American Dream.

A chronicle of the 1950s anti-Communist crusade by Senator Joseph McCarthy details numerous careers and lives that were destroyed by the campaign, and reveals how beliefs originating from the movement are relevant to today''s world.

Throughout a career spanning 72 years and 13 American presidents, Herblock''s cartoons made complex issues seem simple and clear. This reverent and insightful biography places the artist and his work in context. Includes a DVD with more than 18,000 cartoons.

The commanders of the invasion forces break their silence to reveal the whole truth aboutThe CIASecret plans to countermand White House decisionsFatally poor intelligenceSuperb dedication and training but inadequate planning and executionThe Joint Chiefs of StaffApproval of a suicidal battle plan, disastrous in detailThe Invasion of CubaAn operation that was a combination of individual and unit heroism, of hardship, betrayal, and SNAFU.

Preachers'' kids are the worst!'' This is an allegation we''ve heard all our lives. It was usually one of those heathen deacon''s children hurling the accusation our way after we''d escaped blame for a problem we''d caused. Like livestock, PKs are branded for life. People know at first glance that we are trouble. Father, Forgive Me: Confessions of a Southern Baptist Preacher''s Kid is a humorous, self-deprecating memoir of a preacher''s kid (PK) growing up in the South. Do you want to know what really goes on behind the closed doors of a parsonage? Do you ever wonder how preachers nickname their parishioners and talk in secret code about the members of their flocks? Have you ever wondered how preachers'' wives help keep the family on an even keel? For all who have ever wanted to be a fly on the wall in a minister''s home, this is the book that will expose it all-including what happens when a minister''s wife shoots one of her own children!

This title provides an authoritative, often surprising account of presidential leadership and presidential failure.

Memorandums from the Washington Post''s files and conversations with journalists, political friends, and peers form the basis of a warm, informal portrait.

The success of a workplace with four generations depends on the ability to recognize differences. The primary purpose of the study was to identify differences in the multi-generational workplace. The four generations examined were Traditionalist, Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Millennials in three areas; levels of morale, use of technology and the effect of life experiences in the work environment. Fifty-four participants ranging between the ages of 24 and 74 were involved in the study. Study findings indicated a significant difference in the use of technology between Baby Boomer and Millennial and no significant difference in the levels of morale and the effect of life experiences between generations.

The current dissertation examined the temporal relationship between dating violence (DV) victimization and alcohol use, the moderating role of self-control between this relationship, and differences in drinking patterns between unidirectional and bidirectional violence. One hundred and eighty-one couples completed surveys for 60 consecutive days and reported on their DV experiences, alcohol use, and variables related to selfcontrol depletion. Results partially supported study hypotheses. Participants were significantly more likely to engage in heavy drinking after physical DV victimization and drank a significantly greater number of drinks. Contrary to study hypotheses, participants were less likely to drink after psychological and sexual violence. When considering the direction of violence, participants were more likely to drink after bidirectional sexual violence compared to unidirectional violence, but no other significant results emerged. Regarding moderation, on days where self-control was low participants were generally more likely to drink. Significant interactions emerged between DV victimization and selfcontrol, such that on days with low self- ontrol, individuals who had experienced sexual violence were more likely to engage in heavy drinking, and individuals who had experience physical violence were more likely to drink. The moderated association for sexual victimization was stronger when DV was bidirectional. Some gender differences emerged in exploratory analyses, such that men consumed a higher number of drinks than women after physical violence. Additionally, a three- way interaction emerged indicating that the moderating relationship between self-control and physical victimization was stronger for men relative to women. Additionally, the relationship between self-control and drinking on days after sexual DV victimization was stronger among men with better self-control. Implications of results and directions for future research are discussed.