Seven Days in May

1962 Edition 

The story revolves around Colonel "Jiggs" Casey, who uncovers a plot for a military coup against President Jordan Lyman. As he races against time, Casey must convince the President of the imminent threat, which he has only seven days to thwart. The novel explores themes of power, loyalty, and the fragility of democracy, reflecting the political tensions of the era.

Co-written by Fletcher Knebel and Charles W. Bailey II. It was first published in hardcover by Harper & Row in 1962 and quickly became a bestseller, topping The New York Times list for several weeks. The book was inspired by real-life political events and figures, including General Edwin A. Walker and Air Force Chief of Staff Curtis LeMay