This is a wonderful autobiography about a courageous and kind woman, Madeleine Albright. She is the best leader that came out of the Clinton years! She became the first woman to serve as America's secretary of state. Besides learning about her powerful duties you get to know her on a personal level as wife and mother. I
"In 2001, when Madeleine Albright was leaving office as America's first female secretary of state, interviewers asked her how she wished to be remembered ... In that time of transition, the former Secretary considered the possibilities: she could write, teach, travel, give speeches, start a business, fight for democracy, help to empower women, campaign for favored political candidates, spend more time with her grandchildren. Instead of choosing one or two, she decided to do it all. For nearly twenty years, Albright has been in constant motion, navigating half a dozen professions, clashing with presidents and prime ministers, learning every day. Since leaving the State Department, she has blazed her own trail--and given voice to millions who yearn for respect, regardless of gender, background, or age"--
Does America, as George W. Bush has proclaimed, have a special mission, derived from God, to bring liberty and democracy to the world? This work presents an account which argues that understanding the place and power of religion - and knowing how best to respond to it - is essential if America is to lead successfully around the world.
“A remarkable story of adventure and passion, tragedy and courage set against the backdrop of occupied Czechoslovakia and World War II.” —VÁclav Havel From former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright comes a moving and thoughtful memoir of her formative years in Czechoslovakia during the tumult of Nazi occupation, World War II, fascism, and the onset of the Cold War. An intensely personal journey into the past that offers vital lessons for the future, Prague Winter combines the intimacy of an autobiography with the drama of an exciting and well-told story—all underpinned by the gravity and intelligence of a serious work of history. The result is a highly readable and incisive work filled with tragedy and triumph, a resonant narrative informed by Albright’s remarkable life experience and her characteristic candor in speaking hard truths.
Selected for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. It offers insights that are deemed essential by scholars, highlighting its importance in understanding historical and societal contexts.
Focusing on the coming-of-age journey of Andaris Rocaren, the narrative explores his struggles against the forces of evil while navigating his own identity. Set in the weeks after his seventeenth birthday, the story delves into themes of self-discovery and resilience, highlighting the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. As Andaris embarks on his epic adventures, readers are drawn into a world where courage and personal growth are paramount.
The history of basketball at Rhode Island State College, later the University of Rhode Island, is marked by the transformative influence of coach Frank W. Keaney, who introduced innovative strategies like the fast break and full court press. His leadership propelled the Rams to national recognition, culminating in a championship challenge in 1946. The book chronicles the evolution of the program, celebrating its achievements, including conference titles and the rise of women's basketball, while capturing the vibrant atmosphere surrounding the games.
Following the events of The Shapeling Wars, Andaris Rocaren embarks on a new adventure alongside Gaven and Gramps. Their quest focuses on finding a cure for Mandie while seeking a path back to Fairhaven. This second installment of the trilogy delves deeper into the characters' relationships and the challenges they face in a richly imagined world.
het verhaal van mijn jeugd in oorlogstijd, 1937-1948
Madeleine Albright is in 1997 net benoemd tot minister van Buitenlandse Zaken van de VS als ze tot de ontdekking komt dat haar grootouders van vaderszijde Joods waren en zijn omgebracht in de Tweede Wereldoorlog. Het is een grote schok; haar ouders hebben dat deel van hun familiegeschiedenis altijd voor haar verzwegen. De ontdekking is het begin van een zoektocht naar de wortels van haar familie, maar ook naar de gecompliceerde geschiedenis van Tsjecho-Slowakije, het land waarin Albright de eerste jaren van haar leven opgroeide en dat haar familie bij het utibreken van de oorlog is ontvlucht. Haar jeugd bracht ze door in ballingschap, eerst in Londen en later in de Verenigde Staten. In Praagse winter doet Madeleine Albright verslag van de eerste twaalf jaar van haar leven. De jaren 1937-1948 omvatten zowel de invasie van de nazi's in Praag en het begin van de Holocaust alsook het einde van het fascisme en de opkomst van het communisme in de jaren na de oorlog. Ze laat zien hoe in deze perioden miljoenen burgers werden losgerukt uit hun vertrouwde omgeving en werden gedwongen om nieuwe rollen aan te nemen: die van leider in ballingschap of vrijheidsstrijder, verzetsheld of collaborateur, slachtoffer of dader.
"In 2001, when Madeleine Albright was leaving office as America's first female secretary of state, interviewers asked her how she wished to be remembered ... In that time of transition, the former Secretary considered the possibilities: she could write, teach, travel, give speeches, start a business, fight for democracy, help to empower women, campaign for favored political candidates, spend more time with her grandchildren. Instead of choosing one or two, she decided to do it all"--
