Dr. Larry Cook is a nationally recognized presidential historian, award winning author and political commentator. He specializes in the personal side of the presidency and comparing presidential history to current news and events. He is the author of Presidential Coincidences Amazing Facts and Collectibles and Symbols of Patriotism: First Ladies and Daughters of the American Revolution, as well as numerous articles.

Collecting presidential memorabilia since childhood, Dr. Cook has amassed one of the largest and most comprehensive collections in the United States. His collection exceeds 8,000 pieces, and he is a respected expert in presidential artifacts.

Dr. Cook has been a historical memorabilia consultant to President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter. Over the years he and his wife Diane have worked on many projects with the Carters and have had a close personal friendship with the former first couple

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He conducts numerous lectures, events and keynote speeches across the country and has done multiple programs for the National Park Service, Daughters of the American Revolution, historic sites, libraries, museums, historical societies, conventions and corporate organizations.

He frequently appears in various local and national news media. He has been a guest on NewsNation, Spectrum News, Bill O'Reilly No Spin News, Fox News and NPR as well as many other networks, radio shows and podcasts. He has also been quoted in Reader's Digest and in newspapers across the country. Dr. Cook is regularly featured on WBRE/WYOU Eyewitness News in Northeastern Pa.

Dr. Cook is on the Board of Directors for The National First Ladies Day Commission and is an active member of The American Historical Association, The Luzerne County Historical Society and The American Political Items Collectors.

Website: www.larrycookhistorian.com
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