Numerous books have been written about former president Ronald Reagan, but none have been more moving or poignant than this memoir by his daughter ...
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Mar 01, 2011
Lesli
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The back of the book says Biography, but I'm pretty sure its a memoir. Not much straight fact, mostly feelings and emotions. That is the official classification, right?!
I read this book because I thought it would be more about Alzheimer than it was. The book is about Ronald Regan's daughter coming to terms with the disease and her the relationship she made with her father. Alzheimer's runs in both my and mine husband's family so I thought this was a must read for me. Even though I enjoy More...
I read this book because I thought it would be more about Alzheimer than it was. The book is about Ronald Regan's daughter coming to terms with the disease and her the relationship she made with her father. Alzheimer's runs in both my and mine husband's family so I thought this was a must read for me. Even though I enjoy More...
Jan 11, 2009
Jan
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We're listening as we drive in the Northwest to the different venues Dan has agreed to speak at: Tacoma and Port Angeles.
This is the story of Ronald Reagan and his family's attempt to cope with his worsening Alzheimer's and death as told by his daughter, Patti Davis.
she is the daughter who spent several decades fighting against her father's poitics, participating in anti-weapon rallies in a very public and angry way.
Her need is to assign blame on the Baby Boomer generation.
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This is the story of Ronald Reagan and his family's attempt to cope with his worsening Alzheimer's and death as told by his daughter, Patti Davis.
she is the daughter who spent several decades fighting against her father's poitics, participating in anti-weapon rallies in a very public and angry way.
Her need is to assign blame on the Baby Boomer generation.
More...
Jun 24, 2010
Marsha
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Former President Ronald Reagan's daughter, Patti Davis writes about her relationship to her father as he was dying from Alzheimer's disease. She does touch upon that she was an angry daughter who disagreed with much of her father's politics and was very vocal about that when she was younger. However, she makes it clear that she does love her father despite all and has some wonderful memories of her and her father, particularly when she was a little girl. He tries to be there for her mother
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Aug 28, 2011
This was a book I read through tears. It had nothing to do with Ronald Reagan, the president, but everything to do with a daughter watching her father battle Alzheimers. It was amazing to hear so many of the same emotions and questions coming from Patti that I asked myself many times. I guess when it comes to losing a parent, many of us experience the same feelings and have the same questions. Not an easy read for sure, but definitely a good read.
Aug 22, 2011
Reese
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A heartfelt and beautifully written memoir, this book focuses on Patti Davis' journey as she comes to terms with the loss of her father, Ronald Reagan. See my full review here: Book Review: The Long Goodbye ~ by Patti Davis
Dec 08, 2010
Peggy
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I was very disappointed with this book. I found Davis to be very redundant. She seemed to reach her own plateau. I was not able to finish it and skipped ahead to browse and still found her talking about the same emotions and reminiscences.
Jan 21, 2009
Debbie
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I was very impressed with Patti's writing abilities! This is a MUST read for anyone who has a loved one with dementia or alzheimers.
Mar 26, 2008
Christine
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This book is heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. Patti Davis seems to have really been on an intense personal journey over the past decade or so and is the better for it. I always wondered what it was like for her to have a father who is so beloved by so many; to have to share him with the world. She describes her experiences beautifully.
Reading this book will make you want to work things out with whatever loved one you're having issues with because, really, life is s More...
Reading this book will make you want to work things out with whatever loved one you're having issues with because, really, life is s More...
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Jun 11, 2008
Pat
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This book is a good read for anyone who has a loved one that has Alzheimer's. Sometimes you cry. The author gives a personal account of her life with her father as he is living with Alzheimer's. In this book she writes "Alzheimer's snips away at the the threads, a slow unraveling, a steady retreat; as a witness all you can do is watch, cry, and whisper a soft stream of goodbyes." I think this quote sums up the book quite well
Jul 10, 2008
Lisa
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This was a very revealing story about the author's relationship with her father - which I'd always thought was very antagonistic and difficult. But we see another side in this book. It also reveals some of the struggle of family members who are dealing with Alzheimer's. Incredible few paragraphs toward the end about his passing. Very poignant.
Jul 10, 2008
Maria
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My grandma suffered from Alzheimer's so it was very interesting to read the experiences and feelings of Ronald Reagan's daughter as she was dealing with his disease. Despite political differences, she had nothing negative to say about him which gave me a greater appreciation for him.
Sep 28, 2009
KRom
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Jul 21, 2008
Cynthia
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Just beautiful. Excerpts from the journals of President Reagan's daughter as he battled Alzheimer's. How an estranged relationship turned into one of mustual respect and deep love and appreciation. Expect to cry!
Jul 23, 2008
Thomas
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Very moving and informative story of family by the "black sheep" daughter of the Reagans. Shows that even extreme liberals have a hope someday of growing up.
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