Theodore H. White was an American political journalist and historian, born on May 6, 1915, in Boston, Massachusetts. He graduated from Harvard University in 1938 and began his career as a reporter for the Springfield Union in Massachusetts. He went on to work for The New Yorker, Time, and Life magazines, covering political events and campaigns in the United States and abroad.

White is best known for his series of books titled “The Making of the President,” which chronicled the presidential elections of 1960, 1964, 1968, and 1972. These books are considered some of the most influential works on American politics and have been credited with changing the way political campaigns are covered by the media. White’s writing style was characterized by his ability to capture the drama and tension of political campaigns, as well as his attention to detail and his extensive research.

In addition to his work on “The Making of the President,” White also wrote several other books on American politics and history, including “In Search of History: A Personal Adventure,” “America in Search of Itself,” and “Breach of Faith: The Fall of Richard Nixon.” White passed away on May 15, 1986, in New York City, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most influential political journalists and historians of the 20th century.