America 250 · #45 & #47 President · 2017–2021, 2025–
The best books aboutDonald Trump
The second president to win non-consecutive terms — and the most reported-on of the modern era.
The definitive biography of Donald Trump is Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America, by Maggie Haberman (2022). 2 further books, plus screen and memoir picks, follow below.
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Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America
Maggie Haberman · 2022
By the reporter who covered him longest; the pick stands on its journalism.
Worth considering
Trump Revealed: An American Journey of Ambition, Ego, Money, and Power
Michael Kranish · 2016
The Washington Post team's pre-presidency life — best cradle-to-2016 account.
TrumpNation: The Art of Being The Donald
Timothy L. O'Brien · 2005
The earliest serious biography — the one Trump sued over and lost.
Common questions
What is the best biography of Donald Trump to start with?
The definitive biography of Donald Trump is Confidence Man: The Making of Donald Trump and the Breaking of America by Maggie Haberman. It provides a comprehensive look at his career and political rise, making it the essential starting point for understanding his presidency and public life.
Why is Maggie Haberman's book considered the best biography of Donald Trump?
Confidence Man is widely regarded as the definitive account because it details the trajectory of Donald Trump from his business career to his two non-consecutive terms as U.S. President. It remains the most thorough examination of his influence on the American political landscape during the modern era.
Are there other biographies of Donald Trump besides the one by Maggie Haberman?
Yes, there are alternative biographies available for those seeking different perspectives on Donald Trump. While Confidence Man is the definitive choice, readers can explore other options that cover his time as the U.S. President from 2017 to 2021 and his return to office in 2025.
How does the biography of Donald Trump cover his non-consecutive terms?
The definitive biography by Maggie Haberman tracks the evolution of Donald Trump through his business ventures and his political career. It documents his status as the second president to win non-consecutive terms, providing necessary context for his service as U.S. President from 2017 to 2021 and starting in 2025.
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