Throughout American history, a wide range of personalities has held the office of U.S. president, many of whom have defined their time. Despite their differences, each of the leaders profiled here-from Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson to Harry S. Truman and George W. Bush-is remembered for his precedent-setting accomplishments and defining leadership. These absorbing volumes tell the story of a nation through the lives of its most influential presidents and highlight the resounding impact they have had on the American and world stages.