Politicalgirl: On our Bookshelf

On our Bookshelf is a recurring feature that showcase some of the best reads in the political world. All books that future politicalgirls should have stocked on their shelves.

One of my favorites right now is FDR by Jean Edward Smith. Franklin Delano Roosevelt will always be remembered as one of America's most beloved presidents. He led Americans during World War 2 and the Great Depression. The book not only but gives a detailed look at our 32nd President and his political life, but also a behind the scenes look at the his family roots and his relationships with the women he loved.

Another read for any politicalgirl is Edward Kennedy's True Compass. The youngest Kennedy had the opportunity to write this memoir before he passed in late August to a brain tumor. The book recounts the storied history of the Kennedys, and how he dealt with much of the grief that plagued the family. The book also focuses on his life in the Senate and delves into his various passions such as health care and civil rights.