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Madam Secretary

A Memoir

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Madam Secretary

By: Madeleine Albright
Narrated by: Madeleine Albright
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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.

 Politicians Politics & Activism Women Middle East War Memoir Iran Military American Foreign Policy Imperialism Witty Royalty Vietnam War Africa Refugee Soviet Union Russia American History Imperial Japan Socialism China Biography Middle Ages Self-Determination

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I loved the book.
Initially I was worried that the book will be long and boring, but the opposite was the true.
Madeline Albright is a clear communicator, her story flows beautifully.

My first biography- not disappointed

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Will read again. Will be part of my reading list for girls and Christmas gifts.

Excellent

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I was reluctant to get this but as I was using a credit and it is so long I thought it would be good value for money!

Turns out Madam Secretary is an amazingly inspirational story full of fascinating background to an incredible career - I strongly recommend this book!

Amazing woman

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I had previously seen Madeline Albright speak in person and had found her to be a very engaging public speaker. Given her very interesting personal story and the many paths she's taken, I was very interested to read her memoir. Not having the time though to sit down to give it a proper read, the audiobook has been a good compromise. I don't find her reading to be as engaging as an unscripted public event, but it's decent and still good.

Good listen

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A real insight into American politics, direct from the horse's mouth. You learn so much, and understand so much more as a result.

What an amazing woman, her life so rich and varied. I wish I had read about her life when I was a young woman - I could have done so much more, better. She is, a real role model, and I commend her story to anyone wanting to know what a life lived well can be like.

fascinating!

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