Author

Donald J. Trump

📖 Overview

Donald J. Trump served as the 45th President of the United States from 2017 to 2021, following a career as a real estate developer and media personality. Prior to his presidency, he was best known for his luxury real estate developments and his role as host of the reality TV show "The Apprentice." As an author, Trump has published numerous books focused on business advice, leadership, and political commentary. His first book "Trump: The Art of the Deal" (1987), co-written with Tony Schwartz, became a #1 New York Times bestseller and established his reputation as a business authority. Subsequent books include "Think Big and Kick Ass" (2007), "Time to Get Tough" (2011), and "Great Again" (2015). Trump's writing style typically emphasizes direct, actionable advice drawn from his business experiences, with recurring themes of negotiation, deal-making, and achieving success through aggressive action. His later works shifted toward political themes, particularly focusing on American economic and foreign policy. His books have generated significant commercial success while also sparking debate about their authorship, with several co-writers publicly discussing their roles in the writing process. Since leaving office, Trump has published "Our Journey Together" (2021), a photo book documenting his presidency.

👀 Reviews

Reader reviews of Trump's books reflect sharp political polarization, with ratings typically clustering at extreme ends of the scale. Positive reviews praise: - Direct, simple writing style - Practical business negotiation tactics - Behind-the-scenes insights into deals - Motivational messages about success Critical reviews cite: - Repetitive content across books - Ghost-written content with inconsistent voice - Self-promotional tone - Lack of detailed evidence for claims "The Art of the Deal" maintains 4.2/5 on Amazon (16,000+ reviews) and 3.7/5 on Goodreads (33,000+ reviews). One reader notes it offers "straightforward business principles explained through real examples." Another calls it "more marketing than memoir." Later political books like "Great Again" average 3.8/5 on Amazon, with reviewers split between praising the policy proposals and questioning factual accuracy. A recurring criticism is that the books "read like campaign speeches rather than substantive analysis." "Our Journey Together" photo book reviews focus more on production quality than content, averaging 4.7/5 from supporters while critics describe it as "expensive campaign merchandise."

📚 Books by Donald J. Trump

Trump: The Art of the Deal A 1987 business book co-written with Tony Schwartz that outlines Trump's approach to real estate deals and business negotiations.

Think Big and Kick Ass A 2007 business advice book co-written with Bill Zanker covering Trump's principles for success in business and life.

Time to Get Tough A 2011 book focused on Trump's political views and criticism of American economic and foreign policies.

Great Again A 2015 book outlining Trump's campaign platform and vision for America prior to the 2016 presidential election.

Our Journey Together@ A 2021 photo book featuring images and captions from Trump's presidency.

Trump: How to Get Rich A 2004 book providing business and investment advice based on Trump's real estate career experiences.

The America We Deserve A 2000 book presenting Trump's early political views and policy positions.

Think Like a Champion@ A 2009 collection of essays about business success and personal development.

The Way to the Top@ A 2004 business book discussing leadership principles and organizational management.

Trump: Surviving at the Top A 1990 book describing Trump's experiences during challenging business periods of the late 1980s.

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