About The Book

In “Treason at the Top,” Donald West undertakes the readers on a riveting investigation of the fine line between loyalty and betrayal in the heart of American governance.

Through an exhilarating narrative that entwines historical events and contemporaneous issues, West delves into the sophistications of treason and sedition, illustrating how these notions have developed over time.

Readers will be intrigued by the dramatic retelling of infamous cases, such as Aaron Burr’s trial and Anthony Cramer’s wartime treachery, which conform to cautionary accounts about power and its potential for corruption.

Additionally, with a keen eye for detail, West not only narrates these historical moments but also draws similarities to today’s political landscape, exhorting readers to question the probity of those in power.