Synopsis
Charlie Martin, a highly decorated Vietnam veteran and senator, makes a run for the presidency and after being defeated in the Democratic primaries, he attempts to get on with an increasingly complicated life. By the author of Primary Colors. Reprint. 55,000 first printing.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Joe Klein, a journalist for nearly three decades, is currently Washington correspondent for The New Yorker. In addition to Primary Colors, his previous books include Payback: Five Marines After Vietnam and Woody Guthrie: A Life.
From the Inside Flap
uot;astonishingly powerful" by The New York Times, and "written perfectly" by The Washington Post, Joe Klein's #1 bestseller, Primary Colors, was the most-talked-about political novel of the past century. Now acclaimed journalist and author Joe Klein returns with another brilliant and slyly subversive novel set in the gladiatorial arena he knows so well: politics in modern-day America.
U.S. senator Charlie Martin is a hot political property, dashing, honorable, irreverent -- and a decorated Vietnam veteran. The Running Mate follows this brash hero on a wild, exhilarating ride through the minefields of politics as usual.
But as Charlie quickly learns, combat is a cakewalk compared with the battles waged by free men in pursuit of glory and power. For Charlie's political star is beginning to wane ... a bid for the presidency ends in failure ... a young campaign volunteer's father decks him -- in front of the ca
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Running Mate
Seller Image
The Running Mate: A Novel
Seller: Reliant Bookstore, El Dorado, KS, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: good. This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer. Seller Inventory # RDV.0385335601.G
Stock Image
The Running Mate: A Novel
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_421098310
Stock Image
The Running Mate
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0385335601I5N00
Stock Image
The Running Mate: A Novel
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # L19C-02191
Stock Image
The Running Mate
Published by
Random House Publishing Group, 2001
ISBN 10: 0385335601
ISBN 13: 9780385335607
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 17954690-75
Stock Image
The Running Mate
Seller: Webster's Bookstore Cafe, Inc., State College, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # mon0000001924
Stock Image
The Running Mate: A Novel
Published by
Dial Press, 2001
ISBN 10: 0385335601
ISBN 13: 9780385335607
Used
paperback
First Edition
Seller: Textbooks_Source, Columbia, MO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. First Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes). Seller Inventory # 000609456U
Seller Image
The Running Mate
Published by
Dial Press/Random House, 2000
ISBN 10: 0385335601
ISBN 13: 9780385335607
Used
Paperback
Seller: The Parnassus BookShop, Newport, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Trade Paperback in Good Condition. Good, used reading copy about contemporary American politics. Joe Klein takes the reader on 'a ride throught the minefields of politics'. White, red and blue cover is clean, hinged, with crease down the hinge, small crease to lower front corner, light wear to edges. On back side, there is a reddish stain on both corners which extends onto the corners of a few rear pages. Soundly bound. Internals quite clean and unmarked, very good condition. 5.75 x 9 inches. 403 pages. Dial Press/Random House, New York, 2000. Seller Inventory # 021749
Stock Image
The Running Mate
Seller: Cheryl's Books, Vinemont, AL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. Paperback book in good condition. Light age spotting on the fore edges. Seller Inventory # Nov30079303
Stock Image
The Running Mate
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The Running Mate This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780385335607
Buy Used
£ 8.90
£ 4.12 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available