In this wonderfully evocative volume, following the outstanding success of The Hornet's Nest, Christmas in Plains, and his classic, An H...
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Mar 27, 2011
Ken
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This is probably the most inconsequential of Carter’s “mini-memoirs”, having little of the timeless insight of, say, “An Hour Before Daylight” and covering some of the same ground. This one looks across Carter’s entire life, though, and recounts some particularly memorable occasions he spent, well, sharing good times with friends.
I have to admit, though, that as a fan and admirer of Carter I did find it interesting to learn that he is an avid outdoorsman and hiker well into his later y More...
I have to admit, though, that as a fan and admirer of Carter I did find it interesting to learn that he is an avid outdoorsman and hiker well into his later y More...
Feb 18, 2011
Cindy
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Another marvelous book by my favorite president. I'm happy that he takes time to explain the Carter Center. A place where antagonistic leaders can utilize their services as mediators. They still fulfill this role whenever opportunities arise and constantly monitor world conflicts. About 120 are on the current list, about 70 erupt into violence each year. 30 are considered major wars where at least 1000 soldiers have died in combat. In modern wars, nine civilians perish for each soldier kil
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Jul 30, 2011
Kurt
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This wretched little book is like being trapped at a family reunion with your most boring relative. President Carter does share stories of good times, but he does so with a singular lack of storytelling ability. The chapters here mostly adhere to a chronological order, but that's about the only literary thing about them. President Carter just kind of lays out observations one after another, and not interesting ones either: "I had black friends when I was a kid. I like baseball. I like fly f
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Dec 27, 2010
Joanna
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I knew almost nothing about Jimmy Carter's personal life before listening to him read this memoir. While a lot of the memoir feels a touch like name-dropping (and then, the head of the parks department who used to work for me when I was Governor of Georgia took me bird watching...and then we were invited to stay at the ski lodge owned by Prince so-and-so...), I enjoyed the book. Carter describes with remarkable honesty what lousy husband he was during his early years of marriage (when he made
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Jul 11, 2011
Marie
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July 11, 2011: I enjoyed this book for what it was - Jimmy Carter sharing good times that he experienced with his wife, his family and his friends and professional associations over the years. Jimmy Carter has had an amazing life; definitely cannot call it dull. this is yet another memoir-type book of his life, where he reminisces over his past accomplishments, hobbies and "issues" he's had and at times will reflect on how he perceives these actions today.
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Mar 01, 2010
robert
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This guy has had an amazing life. Kilimanjaro at 64? GET OUT OF HERE! It was inspiring and just made me feel good reading it. I think it helps if you hear that Georgian southern drawl of his as you read.
Apr 21, 2010
Hapzydeco
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President Carter is better at writing memoirs than fiction I believe. Rosalynn said, “We’ve learned to give each other enough space to be different.”
Apr 23, 2008
Brad
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Carter's book is a recap of all of his experiences traveling the known world with his wife and family. There is nothing breathtaking about this book, but it is great to witness how one personally enjoys the finer things and life, and it shows just how down to earth of a man Carter really is. It provides insight on just what it is like to travel after being president. My only complaint is that at times, Carter would only touch on certain things and issues, leaving the finer details out, that w
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Dec 16, 2008
Caitlin
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so far this book is almost exactly like an episode of the waltons. i like when he says "larga alligatas" and "when rosa and i were president."
Jul 11, 2011
David
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A pretty fun book by President Carter that tells about his childhood in rural Georgia, his love of fishing and hunting and nature, his family, and numerous adventurous holidays that he's taken over the last 60 years in Africa, the Himalayas and elsewhere, almost always with his wife Rosalynn or the children and grandchildren. Carter not only is an accomplished fisherman, but is a pretty good runner and mountain climber, too.
Apr 14, 2008
Kerry
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I enjoyed this book, not only because I've always been a Jimmy Carter fan, but because I was amazed to hear in his own words what an extraodinary life he has led. I admire him even more if that's possible! I never knew any of his personal exploits so it was quite interesting to hear about the adventures he has taken with his family -- every generation to date. We should all lead such full and purposeful lives!
May 07, 2008
Jenni
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I admire Jimmy Carter for many reasons, but I can't get excited about his memoir writing. Too often, he gives just the bare bones of a story, with little emotion and too few details to make it personal ... which is what I need from a memoir to really learn anything about that individual.
I'm keeping "Hornet's Nest" on my to-read list but might not read any more autobio stuff for a while, if ever.
I'm keeping "Hornet's Nest" on my to-read list but might not read any more autobio stuff for a while, if ever.
Jan 18, 2011
Darrin
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Nice stories, but jumped around, and did a little political bashing, I could have done without. Some stories were repeates from other books
Dec 17, 2009
Jen
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I enjoyed the book, may not be interesting to most, about JC's excursions that most people would not have the same experience given his internationl reknown, but interesting to read all the same.
Oct 27, 2007
Patrick
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In this book President Carter talks of the importance of sharing good times. I is I guess a memoir of the good times he has shared with family and friends.
Jun 20, 2008
Kerry
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reminds me of "At Ease" Stories I tell my friends by Dwight Eisenhower. My favorite of the Carter books.
Aug 26, 2008
Douglas
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His point seems to be it's good to have friends. Stick to public policy Jimmy.
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