Safire's Political Dictionary, Paperback

Nearly every entry in this work has been revised and updated from the previous edition, and over 100 new entries have been added. From Axis of Evil and Compassionate Conservatism to Rumsfeld's Rules, Slam Dunk, and many others, Safire explains the origin of each term, how it has been used, as well as its perceived and real significance.

About the Author:

William Safire began his writing career as a speechwriter in the Nixon Administration, became a columnist with the New York Times--as its resident token conservative--and has for many years written a weekly "On Language" column in the New York Times magazine. His many books include Lend Me Your Ears, How Not to Write, Scandalmonger, and Wit and Wisdom. He lives in New York City.