4 great political books you've never heard of

Historians weigh in on the best books about elections that make 2012 look tame.

4. 'Out of the Jaws of Victory,' by Jules Abels

This is an early study of the 1948 Truman-Dewey campaign. It's not an exhaustive examination, but Abels knew where all the bodies were buried. He had the sources and a real sense of perspective. He played it straight and fair and delivered a smoothly written narrative. Still an excellent read.

– David Pietrusza, author of "1920: The Year of the Six Presidents."

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