The Power Broker

The Power Broker, a masterful work by Robert A Caro, is an exploration of power and politics that resonates even today. Published by Vintage Publishing in 2019, this book delves into the intricacies of political maneuvering and the dynamics of power. The author, renowned for his insightful and detailed narratives, brings to life a world where power is the ultimate currency. This book, belonging to the genre of political non-fiction, is a testament to Caro's storytelling prowess and his profound understanding of his subject. Vintage Publishing, known for their diverse and engaging titles, adds another gem to their collection with The Power Broker. The book is available in English.

Tells the story of Robert Moses, the single most powerful man in New York for almost half a century and the greatest builder America (and probably the world) has ever known. Without ever once being elected to office, he created for himself a position of supreme and untouchable authority, allowing him to utterly reshape the city of New York.