Truman (book)

Truman is a biography of Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States, written by David McCullough. Published in 1992, the book comprehensively chronicles Truman's life from his childhood in Missouri through his presidency and post-presidency.

The biography covers Truman's early career as a farmer and businessman, his service in World War I, his rise through Missouri politics, his unexpected ascension to the vice presidency, and his subsequent becoming president upon the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1945.

Truman delves into the major events and decisions of Truman's presidency, including the end of World War II, the decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the establishment of the Marshall Plan, the Berlin Airlift, the Korean War, and his domestic policies. The book also explores Truman's personal life, his marriage to Bess Wallace, and his relationships with family and colleagues.

McCullough's biography is known for its extensive research, drawing on archival materials, personal letters, and interviews. The book is considered a definitive biography of Truman and is widely praised for its detailed and balanced portrayal of the president, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses.

Truman won the Pulitzer Prize for Biography or Autobiography in 1993.