Bill Clinton: As They Know Him : An Oral Biography [Paperback]

David Gallen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1996

Who is Bill Clinton? That is the question th at David Gallen tries to get to the bottom of in this biogra phy. Based on interviews with those who knew him, the book c harts the progress of the boy from Little Rock who became US President. '

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

YA-Anecdotes, analyses, and remembrances from over 175 interviews with friends, staff members, legislators, reporters, and political opponents conducted between April and November, 1992 fill this primarily supportive biography. Many will agree with those who say that Clinton sincerely cares about people, Arkansas, and the country at large, while others see him as "slick Willie," looking toward the next election. Readers are offered a glimpse of the campaign trail, including the intrusion of public coverage of his personal life. A brief examination of Clinton's accomplishments as governor, especially in education; his track record in appointing blacks and women to high positions; and plans for economic development provide a context through which YAs can evaluate his performance. A reader-friendly introduction to our president.
Barbara Hawkins, Oakton High School, Fairfax, VA
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 287 pages
• Publisher: Marlowe & Co; 2 edition (August 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569247609
• ISBN-13: 978-1569247600
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,324,639 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars FOB (Friends of Bill), October 20, 2011

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Dr. Wilson Trivino (Atlanta, georgia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bill Clinton: As They Know Him : An Oral Biography (Paperback)

It is hard to believe there was a time when we did not know the real Bill Clinton.
The book attempts to garner a full portrait of Bill Clinton just as he was to assume the Presidency. David Gallen digs deep in Arkansas to friends and foes and asked the question "who is the real Bill Clinton?"
What you get is a young man in a hurry who was hungry to succeed but also had an ability to connect with those who shared his passion. The infamous FOB (Friends of Bill) are loyal and supportive this favorite son who made it to the political mountain top.