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Hell and Other Destinations: A 21st-Century Memoir Hardcover – Illustrated, April 14, 2020

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“Richly detailed. . . an intimate portrait of a diplomat.” —New Yorker

From the seven-time New York Times bestselling author and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright—among history's most admired and tireless public servants—a revealing, funny, and inspiring reflection on the challenge of continuing one’s career far beyond the normal age of retirement

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. “I don’t want to be remembered,” she answered. “I am still here and have much more I intend to do. As difficult as it might seem, I want every stage of my life to be more exciting than the last.”

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 was in constant motion, navigating half a dozen professions, clashing with presidents and prime ministers, learning every day. After leaving the State Department, she blazed her own trail—and gave voice to millions who yearned for respect, regardless of gender, background, or age.

Hell and Other Destinations reveals this remarkable figure at her bluntest, funniest, most intimate, and most serious. It is the tale of our times anchored in lessons for all time, narrated by an extraordinary woman who had a matchless zest for life.

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“This richly detailed memoir by the former Secretary of State covers the period since her departure from government, in 2001. With clarity and wisdom, Albright recounts moments of pride, like receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom, in 2012, and acknowledges recent criticisms of her record, including those concerning the human cost of the sanctions that the Clinton Administration imposed on Iraq. Ultimately, the book presents an intricate portrait of a diplomat, and her ardent belief in democratic values and human rights, transatlantic partnerships and arms control, and open economies and sturdy institutions.” — The New Yorker

“By turns poignant and hilarious.” — New York Times

“In a blunt and revealing memoir, the former secretary of state reflects on the final stages of her career, working productively in her later decades and the state of the world since she left office in 2001.” — USA Today

“The book reflects the energy and churn of her post-State Department life…What resonated with me most were the human moments…her successes and her failures. The changes she’s witnessed and the glass ceilings that remain.” — NPR

“A humorous, self-deprecating account of her past two decades as a professor, businesswoman, mother and grandmother.” — Wall Street Journal

“This passionately told account of Albright’s ‘afterlife’ will inspire readers to become involved in the issues meaningful to them. Recommended for all interested in politics, leadership, and women’s studies.” — Library Journal (starred review)

“Former secretary of state Albright weaves geopolitics with her own life story in this intelligent and personable memoir….She proves to be a capacious storyteller, willing to share personal disappointments, such as the dissolution of her marriage, as well as professional accomplishments. This appealing memoir will charm readers interested in contemporary politics and women’s issues.” — Publishers Weekly

"Dishy, as policy-wonkish memoirs go, and a pleasure for readers interested in the art of negotiation." — Kirkus Reviews

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Madeleine Albright served as America’s sixty-fourth secretary of state from 1997 to 2001. Her distinguished career also included positions at the White House, on Capitol Hill, and as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. She was a resident of Washington D.C., and Virginia.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Harper
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 14, 2020
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 384 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062802259
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062802255
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.13 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #401,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #970 in Political Leader Biographies
- #1,254 in Women's Biographies
- #3,983 in Memoirs (Books)
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A good review of American history during the ‘90’s. Great insight on Arab takes.

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Very interesting!
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M. Allbright was a fascinating and gifted woman that our World needs more of! This book is marvelous! Our book club selected it, and I found it thought provoking and informative. She is a wonderful historian even if it is one sided, her side. Perfect report on the Washington scene during her life there. Many of her positions on state affairs still stand!

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She's Been There and They Know It!
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2020
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Typically, for me, I nodded off now and then during the first 25% of this memory trip as she took me through her upbringing. However, once she got into action, I did too! And she was, indeed, a woman of action as she trotted across the globe representing us with a wide array of leaders that are historical today. Exposed to their thoughts, whims, notions, petty desires/demands, our "lady" became as tough or more so of any in the handling of our affairs. Still today, she is robust in what she does, in what she represents. Never content to sit back and rest, whenever her nation or those of the civilized world needs her, Secretary Albright will be there. At the forefront is what one should expect when she meets the call.

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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2020
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I had no idea what a delicious dry wit lurks behind her somewhat forbidding public persona. This is the only one of her books I’ve read.

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A good read
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If you like history you should like this book

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Insights into recent history and continuing up to the present
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If you are interested in insights into history that you personally lived through this book is one you will love. The early chapters are about Ms. Albright's own family, life and education and these are interesting enough since her family escaped the Nazis and the the Communists to land in America as refugees, a timely thought provoking situation. The interesting history begins with Ms. Albright's working life in government service and provides interesting insights into the Clinton administration. Her continuing work after public service is as fascinating as her government work and continues to provide insights into world events. Overall this book is very much with reading.

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Memorable lady and memorable thoughts she shared
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So grateful Madeleine Albright wrote this book, her memoir. We can learn so much from this special lady whom we so recently lost. Every chapter has lessons and insight as well as amusing episodes. I hope everyone reads and learns from reading 'Hell and Other Destinations', especially as the world today so desperately needs such a great mind and spirit as well as a sense of humor.

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Interesting but a little "dry".
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Fascinating life's path for Sec. Albirght an how she developed into a very strong woman.

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Dickie Arbiter
Am Amazing Woman
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 17, 2020
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It is said you can't keep a good woman down - Madelaine Albright, a one time Secretary of State in the Bill Clinton administration is an oxtagenarian and there's certainly no keeping her down. She's led a fascinating life and at 82 is still leading a fascinating and full life. Fortunately she's put it all down in words in her latest book Hell and Other Destinations. I commend this as a first class read.

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A most have book
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A fascinating lady and read
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An amazing lady,dont always agree with her but amazing nonetheless
The book is very feint print and small words,maybe better for an E read

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