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My Life

By: Bill Clinton
Narrated by: Bill Clinton
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Editorial reviews

Why we think it's Essential: Bill Clinton built his political career by explaining, persuading, and building rapport. He did it with world leaders, politicians, and the American people. He does it here, building a bond with listeners as he shares his perspective on the past 50 years of history - his and the country's. We've chosen the abridged edition over the unabridged, because hearing Clinton's give voice to his own story is a unique experience. His well known grasp of details and his charm come across in every chapter. — Beth Anderson

Publisher's summary

President Bill Clinton's My Life is the strikingly candid portrait of a global leader who decided early in life to devote his intellectual and political gifts to serving the public.

It shows us the progress of a remarkable American, who made the unlikely journey from Hope, Arkansas, to the White House.

President Clinton's audiobook is also the most concretely detailed, most nuanced account of a presidency ever written, encompassing not only the high points and crises but the way the presidency actually works.

It is the gripping account of a president under concerted and unrelenting assault orchestrated by his enemies on the Far Right and how he survived and prevailed.

It is a treasury of moments caught alive, among them:

  • The roller-coaster ride of the 1992 campaign
  • The extraordinarily frank exchanges with Newt Gingrich and Bob Dole
  • The cost, both public and private, of the scandal that threatened the presidency

    Here is the life of a great national and international figure, revealed with all his talents and contradictions, told openly, directly, in his own completely recognizable voice.

  • ©2004 Bill Clinton (P)2004 Random House, Inc. Random House Audio, a division of Random House, Inc.

    Critic reviews

    • Audie Awards Audiobook of the Year, 2005
    • Grammy Award Winner, Best Spoken Word Album, 2004

    "My Life is, by a generous measure, the richest American presidential autobiography, no other book tells us as vividly or fully what it is like to be president of the United States for eight years." (The New York Times Book Review)

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    Wonderful Story

    It is a must read for anyone in politics, that includes Republicans.

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    A good history

    Bill Clinton's biography was entertaining and fascinating, until it reached his presidency. During which time it is difficult to believe who is telling the truth, but suffice it to say it is hard to believe anyone who says "I lied, but belive me now!". It was however a good story, even if revisionist.

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    My Life by Bill Clinton

    I wasn't a Democrat when Bill Clinton was in office, and I'm not very interested in politics ... but I found this book to be very enjoyable ... and enlightening.

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    Bravo Mr. President!

    Would you listen to My Life again? Why?

    Yes, I guess once you listen again, and again, you'll get more things out of it.

    What was one of the most memorable moments of My Life?

    How President Clinton turned out as he did as a person, after the childhood he had.

    What about Bill Clinton’s performance did you like?

    Excellent, It's incredible to hear the story told by the person who lived it.

    If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

    Follow your dreams!

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    He's a darn good story teller!

    No offense to the Clinton lovers, but I thought this audiobook/book would be critically boring. I'm happy to find that not only is that not the case, but he can tell a great endearing story. Listen to the sample audio.

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    Excellent

    Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

    The book was excellent. Mr. Clinton overcame much adversity and I admire him greatly.

    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    It made me understand the political scene a little more.

    Any additional comments?

    I really enjoyed the book and would highly recommend it to everyone! I think President Clinton is a class act!!

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    Extraordinary History!

    One of the most wonderful people in my lifetime! Extraordinary man whose story is an important part of our history!

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    Misleading Length

    What did you love best about My Life?

    I was very upset the the description of the book listed it as 6 hours, but the book is actually 12 hours.

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    Interesting Book to learn more about Bill clinton

    If you are interested in learning more about Bill Clinton decisions in his life....this book is for you. I think it is a pretty objective look at his life. Don't get he wrong there is some partisan jabs in it but overall well written

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    My life

    Amazing retelling of the history of one man who has lived his lives fe to fulfilling his dreams while also fulfilling my hopes. Warts and all I has listened to this again and again over the years. I have no president I can stand up net to him and find a better statesman

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