From the New York Times bestselling author of The American Story and How to Lead and host of PBS’s History with David Rubenstein —David Rubenstein interviews living American presidents and top historians and journalists who reflect on the US presidency, including Joe Biden, Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Maggie Haberman, Ron Chernow, and more. For years, bestselling author David M.

Rubenstein has distilled the contours of American democracy through conversations with noted leaders and historians. In The Highest Calling , he offers an enlightening overview of arguably the single most important position in the world: the American presidency. Blending history and anecdote, Rubenstein chronicles the journeys of the presidents who have defined America as it exists now, what they envision for its future, and their legacy on the world stage.

Drawing from his own experience in the Carter administration, he engages in dialogues with our nation’s presidents and the historians who study them. Get exclusive access to fresh perspectives, including: -Original interviews with most of the living US presidents -Interviews with noted presidential historians like Annette Gordon-Reed, Ron Chernow, Candice Millard, and more Through insightful analysis, Rubenstein captures our country’s most prominent leaders, the political genius and frays of the presidential role, and the wisdom that emerges from it.

In an era beset with political tumult and evolving global challenges, the American presidency stands as a symbol of resilience and vision. Delving into its dynamic evolution, "The Highest Calling: Conversations on the American Presidency" invites readers to explore the crossroads of history, leadership, and the profound responsibilities of holding the nation's highest office. Through intricate discussions and compelling narratives, this book offers a unique lens into the presidential legacy, its transformative impact on America, and the continuing quest for ideal leadership.

The presidency influences American values and democracy at its core. This book underscores the global impact of presidential decisions. Leadership insights reveal how presidents navigate complex challenges.

In "The Highest Calling readers are invited into the inner sanctum of the American presidency where history and leadership converge. Through intimate conversations and detailed narratives the book sketches the outline of the presidency\'s transformative role in shaping not only the United States but also the world. Exploring pivotal moments this work illustrates how presidents confronted major national and global challenges redefining leadership for their times.

These captivating dialogues bring to light the intricacies of decision-making revealing the ever-present tension between personal conviction and public mandate. As the narrative unfolds the book examines how the founding ideals of the presidency have evolved in response to societal change and technological advancements. With nuanced insights the work captures the essence of the presidency as both a personal journey and a public trust.

Readers are immersed in the lives of those who have held the nation's highest office gaining a deeper understanding of how their aspirations and struggles contribute to the broader narrative of American democracy.

This book offers unparalleled insights by highlighting lesser-known presidential decisions that shaped the nation's trajectory These revelations provide a fresh vantage point on the presidency's historical significance The depth of research coupled with conversational narratives makes this work both scholarly and accessible appealing to history enthusiasts and casual readers alike It bridges the gap between academia and public discourse By focusing on the human aspect of holding such a prominent role the book adds an emotional richness to the discussions allowing readers to connect personally with the challenges and triumphs experienced by past leaders.