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Bill Clinton

    19 agosto 1946

    Questo autore esplora le filosofie politiche ed economiche che hanno plasmato la governance moderna, in particolare nel contesto dei cambiamenti globali e dell'espansione economica. Il suo lavoro approfondisce l'equilibrio tra politica pubblica e cause internazionali, enfatizzando approcci a questioni mondiali critiche. L'autore esamina quadri complessi per la gestione statale e i loro impatti sociali, riflettendo sulle complessità della leadership in tempi di cambiamenti significativi.

    Bill Clinton
    End State Maintenance and Other Stories
    Giving
    The President's Daughter
    Shakespeare in America
    Back to Work
    Il presidente è scomparso
    • Citizen

      Mein Leben nach dem Weißen Haus | Der Ex-Präsident analysiert den Kulturkampf in den USA .

      • 576pagine
      • 21 ore di lettura

      Im Mittelpunkt der Erzählung stehen die Herausforderungen und Intrigen, die mit einem Leben im politischen Zentrum verbunden sind. Der Protagonist navigiert durch Machtspiele, persönliche Konflikte und moralische Dilemmata, während er versucht, seine Überzeugungen und Werte in einer oft korrupten Umgebung zu bewahren. Die Geschichte beleuchtet die komplexen Beziehungen zwischen Politikern, Beratern und der Öffentlichkeit und bietet einen tiefen Einblick in die Mechanismen der Macht und deren Auswirkungen auf das individuelle Leben.

      Citizen2024
    • Citizen

      My Life After the White House

      • 464pagine
      • 17 ore di lettura

      The memoir offers an intimate glimpse into the life of an American icon following their presidency, highlighting both the successes and challenges faced in this new chapter. With candid reflections and rich details, it explores the complexities of adjusting to life outside the political spotlight, revealing personal insights and experiences that resonate with readers.

      Citizen2024
    • Exploring themes of time, chance, and the impact of choices, this book invites readers on a journey of improvisation and discovery. It challenges perceptions and reveals how life unfolds unexpectedly, emphasizing the significance of decisions made along the way. The narrative unfolds in a way that keeps readers guessing until the end, highlighting the unpredictability of life's path.

      End State Maintenance and Other Stories2021
      1,0
    • From the authors of the global number one bestseller The President is Missing comes the most explosive new thriller of the new decade________________________________There's a new administration in the White House.

      The President's Daughter2021
      4,1
    • Il presidente è scomparso

      • 492pagine
      • 18 ore di lettura

      Il primo romanzo dell'ex presidente degli USA con l'autore di thriller più venduto al mondo. I dettagli che solo un presidente conosce e la suspense che solo James Patterson sa creare per il thriller più avvincente e inaspettato degli ultimi anni. La Casa Bianca è la residenza del Presidente degli Stati Uniti, la persona più osservata, controllata e protetta del mondo. E allora come fa un Presidente a scomparire senza lasciare traccia? Ma, soprattutto, perché dovrebbe farlo? Nato dalla collaborazione senza precedenti tra il presidente Bill Clinton e lo scrittore più venduto al mondo, James Patterson, "Il presidente è scomparso" è una storia mozzafiato proveniente dalle altezze vertiginose del potere. Un romanzo che rende davvero l'idea di cosa voglia dire sedersi nello Studio Ovale - la pressione eccezionale, le decisioni lampo, le opportunità stimolanti, il potere che corrode -, che può essere definito come il thriller del decennio, che confronta le minacce più oscure che il mondo deve affrontare con gli interessi più alti possibili.

      Il presidente è scomparso2018
      3,8
    • Shakespeare in America

      • 736pagine
      • 26 ore di lettura

      Internationally acclaimed Shakespeare scholar James Shapiro presents a first-of-its-kind anthology tracing the rich and surprising story of how Americans made the Bard their own. Through poetry, fiction, essays, plays, memoirs, songs, speeches, letters, movie reviews and comedy routines, Shakespeare's legacy in the U.S is collected here. Contributions come from a remarkable range of American writers and statesmen, from Emerson, Melville, Lincoln and Twain to John Berryman, Cynthia Ozick and Bill Clinton (who wrote a foreword).

      Shakespeare in America2014
      4,1
    • Let the People In

      The Life and Times of Ann Richards

      • 495pagine
      • 18 ore di lettura

      When Ann Richards delivered the keynote at the 1988 Democratic National Convention, her sharp wit, exemplified by her remark about President George H. W. Bush, catapulted her into the national spotlight and ignited a rivalry that would shape American politics. In 1990, she became the governor of Texas, defeating GOP candidate Clayton Williams. As the first prominent feminist in high office, Richards expanded public service opportunities for women, minorities, and the disabled. Her progressive legacy and dynamic personality left a profound impact that surpassed her gubernatorial tenure. In this biography, Jan Reid, drawing from his friendship with Richards and extensive research, presents a personal narrative of her extraordinary journey as a liberal Democrat in a conservative state. He chronicles her early life in Waco, her marriage, and her struggles with domesticity, alongside her encounters with political figures like Lyndon Johnson and Jimmy Carter. Reid details Richards's rise through local and state offices to the governorship, where she advocated for gun control, prison reform, and education funding. He also examines her reelection defeat to George W. Bush, which set the stage for his presidential ambitions. The portrayal captures Richards's later years as a globetrotting mentor and public speaker, revealing a complex figure who overcame personal challenges and a male-dominated political landscape to make her mark on hi

      Let the People In2012
    • Back to Work

      • 208pagine
      • 8 ore di lettura

      In Back to Work, Bill Clinton tackles the pressing economic challenges facing the United States and presents a plan to reinvigorate the nation’s economy. He outlines strategies to escape the current crisis and establish a foundation for long-term prosperity, including recommendations for job creation, increased bank lending, corporate investment, and export growth. Clinton emphasizes the importance of restoring the manufacturing base and fostering new businesses. He supports President Obama's focus on green technology, asserting that a shift in energy production and consumption is key to stimulating a fast-growing economy and enhancing national security. He argues that a strong economy and effective government must work in tandem to achieve prosperity and progress. Clinton warns against the temptation to blame government for economic woes, as it undermines the commitment to shared prosperity and investment in the future. He stresses the necessity of investing in infrastructure, such as broadband, electrical grids, and modernized transportation systems, to compete in the twenty-first century. Clinton believes that cooperation between government and the private sector yields better results than conflict, which has historically led to poor policies and economic weakness. His motivation for writing stems from a deep love for his country and concern for its future, advocating for the core American idea of opportunity through hard w

      Back to Work2011
      4,0