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Reflections: Life After the White House Paperback – October 12, 2004

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“There is a myth in the United States—you’ve heard it many times. It says that all American mothers hope that their child will grow up to be President of the United States...” —Barbara Bush

Not since Abigail Adams has one woman been both the wife and mother of presidents. Barbara Bush’s prominent place in American history is matched only by her extraordinary popularity: Republicans and Democrats alike appreciate her wit, her compassion, and her devotion to her family. Dignified, loyal, and unpretentious, the former First Lady defied skeptics to become one of the most admired first ladies in history—and she remains a beloved public figure today.

In this inspiring follow-up to her number-one bestselling memoir, Mrs. Bush covers the momentous eight years between President George H. W. Bush’s leaving office and President George W. Bush’s 2001 inauguration. Reflections comprises Mrs. Bush’s diary entries, travelogues, family photographs, even secret recipes. She discusses her experiences in the White House, on the campaign trail, and in the public eye, as well as her own views about such controversial issues as her husband’s resignation from the NRA, the caning of an American student in Singapore, and—in her candid epilogue—her family’s reactions to September 11, 2001.

Throughout, the extraordinary amount of love and pride Mrs. Bush feels for her husband, five children, and fourteen grandchildren is always clear. Reflections will delight Barbara Bush's millions of admirers with her touching anecdotes and personal revelations from the past decade of a full and fascinating life.

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432 pages
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English
Publication date

October 12, 2004
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6 x 1.08 x 9 inches
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0743255828
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978-0743255820
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Barbara Bush (1925—2018) was born in Rye, New York, and married George H.W. Bush in 1945. She served as First Lady of the United States from 1989 to 1993. She has five children, including President George W. Bush and Florida Governor Jeb Bush, seventeen grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. She founded the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. She lived in Houston, Texas, and Kennebunkport, Maine.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scribner (October 12, 2004)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0743255828
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0743255820
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.03 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.08 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #2,889,205 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #12,776 in Political Leader Biographies
- #27,649 in Women's Biographies
- #79,036 in Memoirs (Books)

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Barbara Bush was born in Rye, New York, and married George H.W. Bush in 1945. She was the First Lady of the United States from 1989 to 1993. She has five children, including President George W. Bush and Florida Governor Jeb Bush, and fourteen grandchildren. She is the founder of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy. She lives in Houston, Texas, and Kennebunkport, Maine.

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Nancy Kessler

From Mrs. Bush herself!

Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2022

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Great stories and detail year by year and Mrs. Bush kept track of it all. Loved reading the yearly happenings the way it was remembered in the time order it was actually happening. I did not know Mrs. Bush was not a great cook! She freely admits she was a bit challenged in this category, which was cute story from her. She certainly knew how to put people at ease that came to her home . She made all feel welcome from all ends of the earth. Barbara Bush a great lady! Some very interesting stories she tells from memories of her many years in the public political arena and after presidency years . Great read!

Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2023

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It provides personal insight to the post-White House years. After a bit, it became somewhat one-note for me - more of a diary account than the personal perspective.

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Karen J. Kosmoski

The Bush's after the White House - lives well-lived.

Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2020

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Barbara Bush is an excellent storyteller. She was an amazing woman who lived an extraordinary life. Her love of her husband, George, her family and her many dear friends shines through all of her pages.

She and her husband were great statesmen and served their country well even after the White House. They traveled all over the world and her calendar was a whirlwind of activity. Nevertheless. George and Barbara were the salt of the earth who loved to entertain and had constant visitors whether they were summering in Kennebunkport or at home in Texas.

The entire Bush family are really wonderful people, and I felt I got to know the family better through reading this book. It is extremely well written and very very interesting. I highly recommend it.

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Angela Ishmael

Barbara Bush a women of many generations.

Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2018

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I was so impressed by Barbara Bush who I knew little about. She kept a diary of all of her years with George even prior to the White House. Her love for her husband was so rare. She took us through a times where leaders changed, leaders changed or died. Even though she might have liked someone she was always gracious. The one thing that remained true was her love for her husband and her family.

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Junior Clayton

The value of a close family and how they love and support each member.

Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2019

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I fell in love with Barbara Bush, she never forgot who she was and what was important. I never have had any trust or faith in Democrats. Even though Bar was polite and gentle, nothing has changed.

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Ginger, New Orleans

Not as good as her first book

Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2004

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After reading Mrs. Bush's first memoir, her husband's second book, and finally this book, I did have a profound respect for her dignity, love for her family, and stamina. Reading between the lines, I did see an elitisism about which she is oblivious. It could be argued it was well earned elitisism. Also, although I respect her refusal to say anything hurtful or scandalous, some of the stories she sugar coated made me think she was either too involved to be objective or just plain trying to manipulate public opinion. The "perfect family" picture is warming to read, but if true, something few can relate to I think. Overall, I enjoyed her books (much more so the first one) but her effort to change opinions on gray issues did not change my mind one bit. The books did, however, make me admire the Bush's as a couple more, the love for their kids and each other, and their principles, even if I did not agree with all of the latter.

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Suzanne Powell

Special memories

Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2021

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Special memories.
A little slow read.

Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2003

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Mrs. Bush is an incredible woman who has earned a place in American History. Her writings remind us of what makes this country great. A love of Family and Friends and Home and Country. We all need real examples to be set for us in this crazy day dangerous day in which we live and I am thankful for the incredible life of service to America as well as this needed example that has been set by the Bush Family. I am a better American because of George and Barbara Bush. May God continue to Bless this Family and America. BUY this BOOK!

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