H.W. Brands Books in Order

H.W. Brands is a renowned historian, professor, and author, weaving a rich tapestry of American history through his prolific writings. Born in Portland, Oregon, he embarked on a journey of discovery that led him to California for college, where he studied history and mathematics at Stanford University. As a traveling salesman, his wanderlust eventually gave way to a passion for teaching, and he spent nine years imparting his knowledge of mathematics and history to high school and community college students. Brands continued to pursue his academic interests, earning graduate degrees in mathematics and history, and ultimately a doctorate in history from the University of Texas at Austin. He has held esteemed professorships at Vanderbilt University and Texas A&M University before returning to the University of Texas, where he currently serves as the Dickson Allen Anderson Centennial Professor of History and Professor of Government. As a celebrated author, he has penned twenty-two books, including Traitor to His Class, The Money Men, Andrew Jackson, and The First American, with numerous articles and reviews appearing in prominent publications such as the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal.