Best Selling Books by Robert Greene

Robert Greene (1558-1592) was the author of romances, pamphlets, lyrics, and plays. He was educated at Cambridge and Oxford, and led a remarkably irresponsible and dissolute life. The comedy Friar Bacon and Friar Bungay was probably written and produced around 1589, and was first printed in 1594. Its account of the marvelous exploits of Friar Bacon is drawn from The Famous Historie of Fryer Bacon, a sixteenth-century account of the legends surrounding the Oxford Franciscan, Roger Bacon (b. 1214). The play was an important influence both on Marlowe''s Doctor Faustus and Shakespeare''s The Tempest. Daniel Seltzer was professor of English at Harvard University and at Princeton University, as well as an actor on stage and in films.

When the 1952 presidential election campaign began, many assumed it would be a race between Harry Truman, seeking his second full term, and Robert A. Taft, son of a former president and, to many of his fellow partisans, “Mr. Republican”. No one imagined the party standard bearers would be Illinois governor Adlai E. Stevenson II and Supreme Allied Commander in World War II, Dwight D. Eisenhower. I Like Ike tells the story of a critical election fought between two avowedly reluctant warriors, including Truman’s efforts to recruit Eisenhower as the candidate of the Democrat Party—to a finish that, for all the partisan wrangling, had more to do with the extraordinary popularity of the former general, who, along with Stevenson, was seen to be somehow above politics. In the first book to analyze the 1952 election in its entirety, political historian John Robert Greene looks in detail at how Stevenson and Eisenhower faced demands that they run for an office neither originally wanted. He examines the campaigns of their opponents—Harry Truman and Robert Taft, but also Estes Kefauver, Richard B. Russell, Averell Harriman and Earl Warren. Richard Nixon’s famous “Checkers Speech,” Joseph McCarthy’s anti-Communist campaign, and television as a new medium for news and political commercials—each figured in the election in its own way; and drawing in depth on the Eisenhower, Stevenson, Taft and Nixon papers, Greene traces how. I Like Ike is a compelling account of how an America fearful of a Communist threat elected a war hero and brought an end to twenty years of Democrat control of the White House. In an era of political ferment, it also makes a timely and persuasive case for the importance of the election of 1952 not only to the Eisenhower Administration, but also to the development of presidential politics well into the future.

After George H. W. Bush lost his re-election bid to Bill Clinton in 1992, John Robert Greene''s verdict on the 41st president of the United States was that he "brought no discredit to the office" and "was both patient and prudent. . . mak [ing] few mistakes." In the years since the release of Greene''s profile of the senior Bush, deemed by Publishers Weekly, "the essential introduction to Bush''s abbreviated, but still consequential, tenure in office," a wealth of materials about Bush''s presidency has become available, even as distance has sharpened our perspective on the Bush years. In this significantly expanded second edition of The Presidency of George H. W. Bush, Greene takes full advantage of newly released documents to revisit Bush''s term, to consider his post-presidency accomplishment, and to enhance and clarify our understanding of his place in history. Such milestones as the fall of the Berlin Wall, the reunification of Germany, the fall of the Soviet Union, the savings and loan crisis, and the transition to the Clinton administration receive renewed and far more detailed treatment here, as do the ramifications of George H. W. Bush''s positions and policies. Greene also devotes ample attention to Bush''s post-presidency, including his relationship with his son, President George W. Bush, as well as the development of his close friendship with Bill Clinton. The elder Bush emerges from this reappraisal as a considerably more activist president, with a more activist administration, than was previously assumed. Greene''s concise and readable account drawing on the contents of the bush Library, the papers of James A. Baker III, and personal interviews, shows us the 41st president--and thus an important chapter in American history--in a new and more revealing light.

Experience the drama and intrigue of early modern theater with Robert Greene''s classic play, Mucedorus. With enchanting characters, heroic deeds, and a romantic plot, this play captures the essence of Elizabethan drama. A must-read for fans of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

"John Robert Greene traces Betty Ford''s problems and triumphs from her childhood through her husband''s entire political career, including his controversial presidency, which thrust her into an unrelenting media spotlight. He then tells how she confronted her personal demons, and became a symbol of courage for women throughout the nation."--BOOK JACKET.

This comprehensive history of George Bush''s administration paints a striking portrait of a "positive moderate" whose accomplishments have often been underrated. 14 photos.

In "The Third and Last Part of Conny-Catching," Robert Greene delivers a vivid exposé of the underbelly of Elizabethan society, artfully blending narrative prose with satirical commentary. This 1592 work serves as a continuation of Greene''s earlier writings on con artistry and deception, employing a rich literary style that resonates with the clandestine world it depicts. Through a series of engaging anecdotes and sharp wit, Greene critiques social folly and moral ambiguity, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of human behavior in a rapidly changing world. His work is situated within the context of a burgeoning market economy and social stratification, where the rise of the con man parallels the complexities of Renaissance ethics. Greene himself was deeply entrenched in the vibrant cultural milieu of his time. As an author grappling with personal strife and the pitfalls of fame, he often drew upon his own experiences, including the lure and consequences of ambition. His background as a playwright and pamphleteer, alongside his interactions with the lower echelons of society, imbued his writing with a palpable authenticity, reflecting both the allure and dangers of the theatricality of life. This work is recommended for readers interested in Elizabethan literature, social commentary, and the art of deception. Greene''s keen insights and immersive storytelling not only entertain but also enlighten, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of human nature and the societal dynamics of the late 16th century.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

A modern edition of Robert Greene''s tale of love, betrayal, and magic. Prince Edward, later King Edward I of Braveheart fame, becomes infatuated with Margret, the fair maid of Fressingfield, and seeks the magic of Friar Bacon to win her to his bedchamber, but Lord Lacy, his wingman, also falls for the maid, and seeks her for his wife. While Prince Edward and his friend vie for Margret''s love, Friar Bacon must entertain King Henry III and his visiting fellow potentates with a magical duel between himself and Jaques Vandermast, a German magician in the service of the Holy Roman Emperor. Devils serve at the whim of Friar Bacon. Friar Bacon''s dark arts lead him to confront the darkest aspects of the human heart.