Being Prime Minister - by J D M Stewart (Paperback)

About the Book

Being Prime Minister sheds light on the lives of prime ministers as ordinary people, examining them through a variety of experiences most Canadians share.

Book Synopsis

Being Prime Minister sheds light on the lives of prime ministers as ordinary people, examining them through a variety of experiences most Canadians share.

Review Quotes

A fun and fascinating book that reminds us that prime ministers are human; each with unique strengths, quirks, and foibles. Well researched, crisply written, and refreshingly non-partisan, it is immensely enjoyable, gossipy, heartwarming.

A teacher of Canadian history in Toronto, Stewart has written a book that is wonderfully gossipy and is built on anecdotes and stories - "history by the ounce," as historian Barbara Tuchman called it.

A valuable and insightful look at the triumphs, trials, and tribulations of the people who have held the highest office in the land. A must read for anyone who wants a better understanding of what it takes to lead our country.

Bursts with details and anecdotes on the daily lives of the very human men and woman who have led us. A trove of trivia treasures.

Each of the remarkable people who have occupied Canada's highest office are brought vividly to life on the pages of this immensely readable book. A super fun and worthwhile read.

There's an increasing tendency these days to dehumanize political leaders of all stripes...Being Prime Minister gives us all a break from that brand of politics - and isn't that what we're all looking for this summer?

With books, as with all else, one of the keys to success is making hard things seem easy. Stewart's seemingly effortless recitation of coordinated, well-told anecdotes is the result of his formidable research.

With lively anecdotes and thoughtful insights, Stewart reminds us that there are human beings behind the headlines. This absorbing and original book explores aspects of political life that are too often ignored.

About the Author

J.D.M. Stewart is a Canadian history teacher. His writing has appeared in newspapers across Canada for more than twenty-five years. He lives in Toronto.