Rick Perlstein

Date of Birth: September 3, 1969

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Rick Perlstein is an American historian and journalist, renowned for his comprehensive and critical analyses of modern American conservatism. Born on September 3, 1969, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Perlstein’s work has focused on the political and social transformations in the United States from the mid-20th century to the present. He is best known for his series of books that delve into the rise of the conservative movement, including “Before the Storm: Barry Goldwater and the Unmaking of the American Consensus” (2001), “Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America” (2008), “The Invisible Bridge: The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan” (2014), and “Reaganland: America’s Right Turn 1976-1980” (2020). Perlstein’s engaging narrative style and meticulous research have earned him critical acclaim and a reputation as one of the foremost historians of contemporary American politics. He has also contributed essays and articles to various high-profile publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Nation. Perlstein’s work not only chronicles political events but also provides deep insights into the cultural and societal shifts that have shaped modern America.

5 Interesting Facts about Rick Perlstein

1. Rick Perlstein’s first book, “Before the Storm,” won the 2001 Los Angeles Times Book Prize for History.

2. He has been a contributing editor at The Nation and Rolling Stone.

3. Perlstein’s “Nixonland” was selected as one of the Best Books of 2008 by The New York Times.

4. He studied history at the University of Chicago, where he received his B.A.

5. Perlstein has been a vocal critic of contemporary political developments, often drawing parallels between current events and historical precedents.