Madam Secretary
Autor Madeleine Albrighten Limba Engleză Paperback – mar 2013
Revised and updated with a new epilogue, Madam Secretary is the moving and inspiring memoir of one of the most distinguished public figures in American history, seven-time New York Times bestselling author and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright
A national bestseller on its first publication in 2003, Madam Secretary is the riveting personal story of former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright. For eight years, during Bill Clinton’s two presidential terms, Albright was an active participant in some of the most dramatic events of our time—from the pursuit of peace in the Middle East to NATO’s humanitarian intervention in Kosovo. In this thoughtful memoir, one of the most admired women in American history shares her remarkable story, including thoughts on her upbringing in Czechoslovakia and her role as a wife and mother, and provides an insider’s view on global affairs during this period of extraordinary turbulence.
Madam Secretary offers an inimitable blend of Albright’s warm humor, personal recollection, and riveting insight on events that shaped our nation and our world.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780062265463
ISBN-10: 0062265466
Pagini: 592
Ilustrații: Four Eight-Page Colour Inserts
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 36 mm
Greutate: 0.6 kg
Ediția:2nd edition
Editura: Harper Collins Publ. USA
Colecția HarperPerennial
ISBN-10: 0062265466
Pagini: 592
Ilustrații: Four Eight-Page Colour Inserts
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 36 mm
Greutate: 0.6 kg
Ediția:2nd edition
Editura: Harper Collins Publ. USA
Colecția HarperPerennial
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Textul de pe ultima copertă
A national bestseller on its original publication in 2003, Madam Secretary is a riveting account of the life of America's first woman Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright. For eight years, during Bill Clinton's two presidential terms, Albright was a high-level participant in some of the most dramatic events of our time—from the pursuit of peace in the Middle East to NATO's intervention in the Balkans to America's troubled relations with Iran and Iraq. In this thoughtful memoir, one of the most admired women in U.S. history reflects on her remarkable personal story, including her upbringing in war-torn Europe and the balancing of career and family responsibilities, and on America's leading role in a changing world.
With a new epilogue by the author, Madam Secretary offers an inimitable blend of Albright's warm humor, probing insights, and distinctive ideas.
With a new epilogue by the author, Madam Secretary offers an inimitable blend of Albright's warm humor, probing insights, and distinctive ideas.
Recenzii
“One of the most diverting political bios in recent memory.” — Entertainment Weekly
“Her portraits of foreign leaders are lively and evocative. . . . The result is a book that creates a sense of policy made by real people.” — The New Yorker
“Madeleine Albright has written a different kind of memoir. . . . It’s Albright unplugged.” — USA Today
“Albright is frank, assertive. . . . straight-shooting.” — The New York Times
“The fascinating story of a remarkable person who has served her country well.” — The Dallas Morning News
“Her portraits of foreign leaders are lively and evocative. . . . The result is a book that creates a sense of policy made by real people.” — The New Yorker
“Madeleine Albright has written a different kind of memoir. . . . It’s Albright unplugged.” — USA Today
“Albright is frank, assertive. . . . straight-shooting.” — The New York Times
“The fascinating story of a remarkable person who has served her country well.” — The Dallas Morning News
Notă biografică
Madeleine K. Albright, born in Czechoslovakia, was confirmed as the 64th Secretary of State in 1997. Her distinguished career in government included positions in the National Security Council and as US ambassador to the United Nations. She lives in Washington D.C. and Virginia