They Also Ran: The Story of the Men Who Were Defeated for the Presidency

This hardcover book is in good condition, with minor wear to the dust jacket, including slight edge tears. It is an ex-library copy with stamps indicating its previous home in Monmouth High School Library. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or signatures.

"They Also Ran: The Story of the Men Who Were Defeated for the Presidency" by Irving Stone, published by Doubleday & Company, Inc. in 1966, offers a compelling exploration of the lives of U.S. presidential candidates who did not win the ultimate prize. This hardcover edition, printed in Garden City, New York, is a fascinating dive into American political history, providing insights into the figures who shaped the nation's electoral landscape without ever occupying the Oval Office. Stone, known for his detailed historical biographies, brings these lesser-known stories to life with his characteristic thoroughness. This particular copy is an ex-library edition, bearing stamps from Monmouth High School Library. The dust jacket is in good condition, showing minor wear consistent with its age. A valuable addition for collectors interested in political history and biography, this edition captures the essence of historical political contests and the men who almost changed history.