""Mr. Sam: A Biography Of Samuel T. Rayburn, Speaker Of The House"" is a comprehensive and detailed biography of one of the most influential politicians in American history. Written by C. Dwight Dorough, the book chronicles the life and career of Samuel T. Rayburn, who served as Speaker of the House of Representatives for 17 years, longer than anyone else in history.The book begins with Rayburn's humble beginnings in rural Texas, where he grew up on a farm and developed a strong work ethic and a deep sense of community. From there, it follows his rise through the ranks of Texas politics, including his time as a state legislator and his election to the U.S. House of Representatives.As Speaker of the House, Rayburn played a pivotal role in shaping American politics and policy during some of the most tumultuous times in the nation's history, including World War II, the Cold War, and the civil rights movement. The book explores his relationships with other political leaders, including Presidents Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry S. Truman, and John F. Kennedy, as well as his influence on key legislation such as the GI Bill, the Marshall Plan, and the Civil Rights Act.Throughout the book, Dorough paints a vivid portrait of Rayburn as a man of integrity, intelligence, and compassion, who was deeply committed to serving his constituents and his country. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in American politics, history, or leadership, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most important figures of the 20th century.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
