In these memoirs, Nancy Reagan talks about her role in the Reagan administration, the assassination attempt, their bouts with cancer, their family disagreements and personal betrayals over eight years in the White House.
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The former First Lady strikes back at her detractors, remarks upon her troubled relationships with her children and discusses her belief in astrology in this book that was a bestseller in cloth. Photos.
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39 of 48 people found the following review helpful
By "masonx"
Format:Hardcover
Mrs Reagan makes no apology for this personal partisan expose of her life.This is as the title states HER turn to tell Nancy's side of the story which she does with candour,regret,humour a slight bitterness and a little sadness.Her love and devotion to her husband and their marriage stands out above everything including a candid admission that between the two of them they could have been better parents.Despite their closeness Nancy adamantly refutes any suggestion she was a power behind the throne or weilded great influence on her husband "otherwise Don Regan would have been dismissed much earlier than he was".Neither does she make apology for giving Ronnie unwelcome opinions about policy and personalities in the administration.Anyone sleeping with the leader of the free world is going to put in their sixpence worth and no mistake.But does that mean he takes the advice? Probably not.
She also makes no bones about people she disagreed with and her meetings with Raisa Gorbachev bear testimont to an ability to carry on regardless.You go girl! What other similar situations did she leave out I wonder.Her opinions of Roslyn Carter were interesting and uncatty,considering the circumstances both women deserve a medal for their restraint. I read this book by chance soon after the joint briefly worded statement from Mr & Mrs Reagan about the Presidents illness was announced to the world, "...for me personally it is the start of a long goodbye..." so tried not to let this affect my views. Nancy Reagan admits to a faults on her part and actions she regretted but I was pleasantly surprised about this revealing biography of a public person who had been vilified in the press for doing what she did best,trying to protect the interests of the dearest person in her life. Would that most of us could say the same.
18 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Heard the taped version of my turn: the memoirs of Nancy Reagan . . . I never followed her career too closely, when she was the first lady, though I do recall she was always involved in a lot of controversy . . . now I can see why . . . it was interesting to read her version of why she consulted an astrologer, about her feud with Ronald Reagan, etc. . . . what comes though loud and clear: her passionate love for the president . . . I particularly liked the fact that she did the actual narration . . . in addition, I admire her ability to admit her mistakes.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It's been awhile since I read this book, but being that I am an admirer of Nancy Reagan's, I didn't mind reading it again.
The main thing that strikes you throughout this book is her strength, sensitivity, and love for her husband. She brought a level of dignity and class to the White House and as subsequent events have proven, she maintained it beautifully long after she was out of the limelight. The way she cared for her husband throughout his long illness showed a devotion that we aren't used to seeing in marriages, especially very public ones.
Even though this book is a few years old, you will learn much about the wonderful lady. If you are a fan of hers or just curious, there is much in this book that is enlightening and entertaining.
The main thing that strikes you throughout this book is her strength, sensitivity, and love for her husband. She brought a level of dignity and class to the White House and as subsequent events have proven, she maintained it beautifully long after she was out of the limelight. The way she cared for her husband throughout his long illness showed a devotion that we aren't used to seeing in marriages, especially very public ones.
Even though this book is a few years old, you will learn much about the wonderful lady. If you are a fan of hers or just curious, there is much in this book that is enlightening and entertaining.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Informative and gossipy
I liked it because some of the delusions Nancy Reagan had were pretty funny. It's a decently written book that some people will adore and others will throw across the room -... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Susan Mikesell
4.0 out of 5 stars
Understanding Nancy
This is an inside look at what made Nancy Reagan tick. She certainly was the well-loved wife of her Ronnie, and the feeling was mutual. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Patricia C. Stendal
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A Balanced Autobiography
I think her book was as honest & frank as anyone who is a mature adult can be about themselves & the peole around them. Read more
Published 17 months ago by george sand
3.0 out of 5 stars
alternate universe
Review by Isis Beckhardt: Did the other reviewers read a memoir porrtraying an entirely different woman than I did? Read more
Published on April 29, 2011 by Isis Beckhardt
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Personal Memoir and and Enjoyable Read
After years of being attacked as being an insensitive, astrology consulting, overly protective Dragon Lady, Nancy Reagan got her turn to give her side of the story. Read more
Published on February 12, 2011 by James Gallen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Extremely Interesting!
I just finished reading this booking and I so thoroughly enjoyed it. I hated to finish it. I am now looking to read other books about Nancy Reagan, Ronnie and their family and... Read more
Published on January 30, 2011 by Annette Iverson
5.0 out of 5 stars
steel magnolia
For a single penny and the price of postage you too can own this camp classic. And the Don Regan paragraphs are just too too rich. Sharpen your claws girls and get it today!
Published on April 18, 2008 by Bachelier
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting from Nancy Reagans' point of view
I agree that in the beginning of the book, it did start out very defensive,and Nancy truly believes people have the wrong idea about her. Read more
Published on May 27, 2007 by N. Kessler
3.0 out of 5 stars
Book was unsincere and defensive
Nancy Reagan's book lacked sincerity, and the tone was perceived to be highly defensive of the charges against her. The book was critical of certain individuals whom Mrs. Read more
Published on January 10, 1999
1.0 out of 5 stars
What a crock
What the world needs is another book by someone valueless and elitist. Here it is. A story told by the woman who brought bourgeois society to the White House while people were... Read more
Published on August 23, 1998
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