About the book
Jimmy Carter, at ninety, reflects on his public and private lives with refreshing candor. He adds more information and passion to his childhood in rural Georgia, which he depicted so beautifully in his book An Hour Before Daylight. He writes on prejudice and the Carters' isolation. He talks about the savagery of the Annapolis hazing program, how he nearly died twice while serving on submarines, and his incredible conversation with Admiral Rickover. He talks about his mother's great effect on him and how he adored his father despite not following in his footsteps. He acknowledges that he left the Navy and then entered politics without consulting his wife, Rosalynn, and that he is now ashamed of his decision.
Carter reveals what he is proud of and what he would do differently in his "warm and thorough memoir" (Los Angeles Times). He talks about his disappointment in losing his re-election bid, but also about how he and Rosalynn persevered and built a new life and second and third successful professions. He is candid about his successors, international leaders, and his enthusiasm for the topics he cares about most, including women's rights and the plight of the poor in developing countries.
This exceptional man's memoir, A Full Life, is a thoughtful and emotional look back. Jimmy Carter has lived one of our great American lives, rising from obscurity in rural Arkansas to global acclaim, universal respect, and contentment.
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