Allen Drury
Born: 01-01-1918
Allen Drury was an acclaimed American novelist and journalist, best known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "Advise and Consent." Born in 1918, Drury's career spanned reporting for major newspapers and writing political fiction that delved into Washington's intricacies. His works are celebrated for their insightful portrayal of political processes and ethical dilemmas. Drury's enduring influence is reflected in his ability to blend compelling storytelling with political realism.
Book summaries for books written by Allen Drury
Quotes
Power is the most toxic of commodities; it corrupts absolutely.
What is freedom, but the privilege of pursuing your own happiness?
The truth is always the strongest argument.
The only way to get along with a man is to see things from his point of view.
The resentment of the dispossessed is the most dangerous thing in the world.
There is no such thing as a good tax.
The greatest thing we have is the will to fight.
In politics, an absurdity is not a handicap.
A democracy is characterized by the persistence of the minority.
It is sometimes better to be wrong than to be vague.
The secret of political bargaining is to look more strong than what you really are.
The only way to be sure of what you wish to do is to do it.