Rolling on the River: The Best of Steve Neal

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Summary: Almost everything you need to know about Illinois politics
Review: This volume, the first collection of Steve Neal's columns, is a virtual feast for all those interested in the major players in American politics and government from l950 to the present. Steve Neal is a competent historian as well as a perceptive columnist, so his writing reflects both scholarly research as well as realistic insights. His columns catch the essence of his subjects and reading them is pure delight. Of course his point of view may conflict with yours; he doesn't hide his feelings; but that too is half the fun. In a hundred years this will be one of the volumes consulted to find out what our politicians were really like. Fortunately, we don't need to wait. Just order this book now.