Madam SecretaryFor Eight Years, During Bill Clinton's two presidential terms, Madeleine Albright was an active participant in the most dramatic events of recent times -- from the pursuit of peace in the Middle East to NATO's humanitarian intervention in Kosovo. Now, in an outspoken memoir, the highest-ranking woman in American history shares her remarkable story and provides an insider's view of world affairs during a period of unprecedented turbulence. |
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User Review - BefuddledPanda - LibraryThing4.5 stars. This was a long read but it was enjoyable. Albright's humor and writing made the content readable. It was a good balance of history, personal commentary, and reflection. Albright is truly ... Read full review
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User Review - wagner.sarah35 - LibraryThingAn incredibly educational look at a fascinating life - and I highly recommend the audiobook which Albright narrates herself. The focus on this book is certainly on Albright's years as secretary of ... Read full review
Contents
Heroes and Villains | 3 |
Becoming an American | 27 |
Best of All Possible Worlds | 48 |
Copyright | |
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Bibliographic information
| Title | Madam Secretary Random House Large Print Random House Large Print Biography |
| Authors | Madeleine Korbel Albright, William Woodward |
| Edition | large print, reprint |
| Publisher | Random House Large Print, 2003 |
| ISBN | 0375432159, 9780375432156 |
| Length | 928 pages |
| Subjects | › › Biography & Autobiography / Personal Memoirs Biography & Autobiography / Political Political Science / American Government / General |
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