The Big Idea
Donald Trump is everywhere. No matter where you are and what you do, you’re bound to have heard of him.

Much has been said about the man behind the empire, but what really stands out is that although Donald Trump was a millionaire’s son, he was no slacker. He was not content to live a life of leisure off of his father’s money, a choice he could have easily made. Instead, he chose to improve upon his status through sheer wit, hard work, and acumen for business that borders on the mythological.

Few people know that the billionaire has suffered setback after setback, and was once on the brink of bankruptcy. But this book shares all, stepping stones and building blocks alike, in the life of Donald Trump, making him more human and therefore all the more remarkable.

About the Author
Timothy L. O’Brien - Timothy L. OBrien is an American journalist who has written for The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Talk Magazine. A graduate of Georgetown University and Columbia University, OBrien has specialized in articles about Russia, terrorist funding, identity theft, and the business world. He is also the author of two books: 1998s Bad Bet: The Inside Story of the Glamour, Glitz, and Danger of Americas Gambling Industry and 2005s TrumpNation: The Art of Being The Donald.

TrumpNation is notable for its controversial claim that celebrity real estate mogul Donald Trump is worth no more than $250 million (USD). Trump, who claims to be a billionaire and has built a reputation upon his wealth, filed suit against OBrien and Warner Books on January 23, 2006.