Decision Points

By: George W. Bush

Narrated by: George W. Bush

Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

President George W. Bush describes the critical decisions of his presidency and personal life.

Decision Points is the extraordinary memoir of America’s 43rd president. Shattering the conventions of political autobiography, George W. Bush offers a strikingly candid journey through the defining decisions of his life. In gripping, never-before-heard detail, President Bush brings listeners inside the Texas Governor’s Mansion on the night of the hotly contested 2000 election; aboard Air Force One on 9/11, in the hours after America’s most devastating attack since Pearl Harbor; at the head of the table in the Situation Room in the moments before launching the war in Iraq; and behind the Oval Office desk for his historic and controversial decisions on the financial crisis, Hurricane Katrina, Afghanistan, Iran, and other issues that have shaped the first decade of the 21st century.

President Bush writes honestly and directly about his flaws and mistakes, as well as his accomplishments reforming education, treating HIV/AIDS in Africa, and safeguarding the country amid chilling warnings of additional terrorist attacks. He also offers intimate new details on his decision to quit drinking, discovery of faith, and relationship with his family.

A groundbreaking new brand of memoir, Decision Points will captivate supporters, surprise critics, and change perspectives on one of the most consequential eras in American history - and the man at the center of events.

©2010 George W. Bush (P)2010 Random House

in his own words

Whether you like his politics or not, there is something very special about listening to George Bush tell his story in his own words.

Very good read

I think that if he had been this candid about why he made the decisions he made then I think the American people would have supported him more. He never explained himself this well while he was in office. It reminded me why I liked him to begin with. If you never liked him at all then I don't know if it will be a good read for you or not.

Great Book From a Great Man

I thought this was fantastic, I learned much more than I thought and I like how he structured the book around major decisions. No matter what you political views are it is a good coming of age story where a man becomes a President.

Surprisingly touching

I could never imagine myself being able to listen to a whole Audiobook narrated by President Bush. His voice is surprisingly calming and his words are quite touching. On more than one occasion, I have to admit, my eyes filled with tears. He made very tough decisions and he stood strong by all of them. He clearly states his biggest mistakes and regrets with genuine candor.

So...

You could call me a conspiracy theorist or to be more honest you should call me one. In my personal oppinion the guy is lieing for 7 hours. It seams to me that someone pressed the play button on him and he started (playing), i mean Mr. Steven Hawking has more emotion and pation in his voice. However, if you are interested in how the world is running this book should add a small piece in your puzzle of world views.

Wonderful

What an amazing opportunity to listen to the former President recount some of his major moments as President. I loved the set up of the book. I love how it set up a decision and then went back to it’s starting point. This allowed the listener to consider different outcomes for the decision under consideration. Overall this book went well above my hopes.

Insightful

Yes, I am a Bush supporter, but I also read Obama’s book, “The Promised Land.” I enjoyed reading both. Bush gives his perspective and let’s us into his head during one of the most difficult presidency’s in history (in my opinion). I wouldn’t want his job for all the love, money and fame in the world! He defends his decisions and also admits where he went wrong, but again, defends his reasons — explaining that the effects of some decisions may not have had the desired outcome, but we also don’t know what would have happened if he had chosen another path. Many are critical of his presidency but I believe what he says is true — history in a distant future will dictate the full effects of his policies.

Great book to learn about his presidency

This book gave me a new perspective of George Bush. It was great to hear about why he made certain decisions and his reasons. Definitely a read for anyone that likes and enjoys politics

Wow!! Great book

Am amazing story lived by an amazing man!!
May God bless you, past president George Bush.

Excellent book!

What made the experience of listening to Decision Points the most enjoyable?

I appreciated President Bush while he was in office, but hearing his viewpoint of all that transpired during his presidency has garnered a much greater respect and admiration for a man of deep convictions and purpose.