The Running Mate Author: Klein, Joe Publication:New York : The Dial Press, 2000 Binding: Hardcover Edition: First Edition Condition: Used: Very Good Description: No Stock Photos! We photograph every item. edge wear to dust jacket; 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 cameras ... a well-kept secret from Charlie's Vietnam days is revealed ... and a woman has entered his life ? one who loves him but is appalled by his life's work. Suddenly Charlie must confront the two greatest challenges of his life ? a political opponent who has no scruples and a dazzling, unconventional woman who may force him to choose between love and politics. Charlie's dilemma is one that has come to haunt contemporary American politics: Is it possible to be a good politician and a good man? Ref#: 006045 Subject: General Fiction Visit our store for thousands more Books, Music, Movies More Sign Up for our store newsletter here! Kayleighbug Books Located in Cedar Grove, WV! Specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and horror since 1998. Member: IOBA, ABA Shipping YES, We combine shipping! Total shipping charge will be calculated at checkout based on the combined weight of the items you order. Listing information photos copyright 1998-2024 Kayleighbug Books