POLITICAL WATCH

This month's crop of political books yields some biggies, including books about big political operatives and books by big names in media.


In her characteristic style, the Huffington Post editor explains how the fringe elements of the Republican party are derailing the country.



Princeton University professor Wilentz discusses the conservative movement that has dominated American politics for the last 40 years, as personified by Reagan.



The son of JFK speechwriter Arthur Schlesinger Jr. examines the relationship between presidents and their scribes (the "ghosts" of the title), from FDR to G.W. Bush.



A collection of speeches on the role of religion, media and history in our society, from legendary broadcaster Moyers.



Former San Francisco Chronicle Washington bureau chief Sandalow offers an in-depth look at the personal and political sides of history-making Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA).



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