The definitive biography of German Chancellor Angela Merkel, detailing the remarkable rise and political brilliance of the most powerful - and elusive - woman in the world.
Kati Marton Book order
April 3, 1949
Kati Marton is a distinguished author recognized for her profound explorations of history and personal journeys. Drawing from her background as an award-winning former correspondent, her work often delves into the complexities of human experience. She crafts narratives that illuminate significant historical moments through the lens of individual lives and their enduring impact. Marton's writing consistently offers deep insights into the forces shaping our world.
- 2021
- 2016
This is the story of Noel Field, an American who spied for Stalin.
- 2013
Kati Marton's memoir, a massive New York Times bestseller, received widespread acclaim and was passionately promoted, leading to significant word of mouth buzz.
- 2010
The narrative delves into themes of secrecy and betrayal as the author uncovers her parents' harrowing experiences with the Hungarian secret police during the mid-1950s. Through meticulous research in historical archives, she reveals the complexities of their imprisonment and eventual escape, offering a poignant exploration of personal and political turmoil in a turbulent era.
- 2007
Great Escape
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
In "The Great Escape," bestselling author Kati Marton recounts the remarkable journey of nine extraordinary men from Budapest to America, fleeing anti-Semitism during World War II. Celebrated for their individual contributions, they played pivotal roles in the nuclear age, cinema, photography, and literature, shaping the modern world.
- 2002
Exploring the impact of twelve presidential marriages on American history, the book delves into the dynamics between influential couples from Edith and Woodrow Wilson to Laura and George W. Bush. It examines how these relationships shaped political decisions and public perception, revealing the hidden power wielded by first ladies and their spouses. Through engaging narratives, it highlights the personal and political intertwining of love and leadership in the highest office.
- 1995
A biography of Raoul Wallenberg, who defied Adolf Eichmann and saved 100,000 Jews, and then disappeared into the Soviet prison system