Bob Woodward: A Biography of the Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist

Bob Woodward is one of the most renowned journalists of our time. He has won two Pulitzer Prizes and has written some of the most important books on American politics. This biography tells the story of Woodward's life and career, from his early days as a young reporter to his current position as an elder statesman of journalism.

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Early Life and Education

Bob Woodward was born in Geneva, Illinois, in 1943. His father was a lawyer and his mother was a teacher. Woodward attended Yale University, where he studied history. After graduating from Yale, Woodward served in the U.S. Navy for two years. He then worked as a reporter for the Washington Post for three years before joining the New York Times in 1971.

Watergate and Woodward and Bernstein

Woodward is best known for his work on the Watergate scandal. In 1972, Woodward and fellow reporter Carl Bernstein began investigating the break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate office complex. Their reporting eventually led to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. Woodward and Bernstein's book about the scandal, All the President's Men, was a bestseller and won the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service.

Later Career

After Watergate, Woodward continued to write about politics. He has written books about every president from Jimmy Carter to Joe Biden. Woodward's books are often controversial, but they are always well-written and informative. He is one of the most trusted journalists in America.

Personal Life

Woodward is married to Elsa Walsh, a fellow journalist. They have two children. Woodward lives in Washington, D.C.

Legacy

Bob Woodward is one of the most important journalists of our time. His work has helped to shape our understanding of American politics. He is a true pioneer in the field of investigative journalism.

Books by Bob Woodward

• All the President's Men (1974)
• The Final Days (1976)
• The Brethren (1979)
• Veil: The Secret Wars of the CIA, 1981-1987 (1987)
• The Commanders (1991)
• Shadow: Five Presidents and the Legacy of Watergate (1999)
• Plan of Attack (2004)
• State of Denial (2006)
• The War Within (2008)
• Obama's Wars (2010)
• The Price of Politics (2012)
• Fear: Trump in the White House (2018)
• Rage (2020)
• Peril (2021)

Awards and Honors

• Two Pulitzer Prizes
• Presidential Medal of Freedom
• National Book Award
• George Polk Award
• Gerald Loeb Award

Bob Woodward's Website

Bob Woodward Book: The Biography of Bob Woodward

by University Press

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Language	:	English
File size	:	2516 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	45 pages
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