SHOOTING FROM THE LIP The Life of Senator Al Simpson

Years as Senator Simpson's chief of staff, plus access to Simpson's diaries, allowed Hardy to create a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the leading political figures of the late twentieth century. Al Simpson, a Republican from Wyoming who served in the Senate from 1979-1997, is known for his integrity and lack of pretentiousness. This biography mirrors both as it documents the full spectrum of his personal and professional life. Hardy augments the accessible style of the text by narrating the book himself in a direct, unembellished fashion. Frequent passages delivered by the Senator in his distinctive voice and forthright manner add authenticity and a refreshing openness. Not only a unique peek behind political events and personalities, this is also the entertaining and inspiring life story of a good, honest man. M.O.B. © AudioFile 2013, Portland, Maine [Published: JUNE 2013]