From bestselling political author Russell Knight comes an intimate, unflinching portrait of Joe Biden—the man, the president, and a symbol of an era that may be ending.

Where History Meets Fiction: A Political Biographical Drama Inspired by True Events

Step into the tense moments of the Situation Room during the Ukraine crisis. Witness the behind-the-scenes drama of historic legislative battles. Understand the deeply personal—and controversial—decision to pardon his own son.

But The Last Democrat isn’t just another presidential biography.

Russell Knight masterfully unravels the story of a president shaped by backroom deals, Senate camaraderie, and decades of compromise. Biden’s old-school political style, forged in an era of consensus, now collides with a nation transformed by hyperpartisanship. His journey offers a window into the soul of a political system on the brink—and a poignant question: Is Biden the last of his kind?

Through Biden’s personal tragedies and political triumphs, Knight paints a broader picture of American democracy itself—its resilience, its fragility, and the forces threatening its survival. This isn’t just the story of a man; it’s a blueprint for understanding modern America and its uncertain future.

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"The Last Democrat" is a masterful blend of political biography and historical drama. Russell Knight takes readers through Joe Biden's journey with an intricate balance of fact and fiction, crafting a narrative that is both compelling and deeply insightful. Unlike typical biographies that lean too heavily on glorification or critique, this book captures the nuance of Biden’s rise—his personal losses, political struggles, and the evolution of his ideology in an era of shifting American values. J.R. Davis - Pompano Beach, Florida

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Russell Knight has a gift for storytelling that elevates political biography into something that reads like a thriller. The Last Democrat traces Joe Biden’s path from his blue-collar roots in Scranton to the highest office in the land, painting him as a figure caught between old-school bipartisan ideals and the modern hyper-partisan landscape. The book excels at showing how Biden’s personal tragedies—his early loss of his wife and daughter, his later struggles with loss and political failures—shaped his approach to governance. Dr. Lisa Reeds - Dallas, Texas

• Political history enthusiasts
• Readers of presidential biographies
• Anyone seeking insight into America’s current political transformation
• Fans of Robert Caro, Doris Kearns Goodwin, and Jon Meacham