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Available
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Publication
New York : HarperCollins, c2006.
Awards
Audie Award (Finalist — 2007)
Booklist Editor's Choice: Adult Books (Social Sciences — 2006)
Physical description
xii, 339 p.; 24 cm
User reviews
LibraryThing member AuntieClio
Madeleine Albright was the first woman to be US Secretary of State, serving during President Bill Clinton's first administration. She is also a formidable intellect.
[The Mighty & the Almighty] is her take on the role religion plays in world diplomacy and how it cannot be discounted by even the most
She does not have kind words for President George Bush's attack on Iraq after the attacks of 9/11, and although she writes pretty much what I was thinking at the time, she does point out where things were done well in response to those attacks.
This well-written book documents many of the ways countries, and groups, have done themselves a disservice in the name of "God." In turn lessons on history and diplomacy, Albright shows herself to be thoughtful and considerate throughout.
Published in 2006, I found myself wondering what she would have to say about what's happening in the world now, and what President Obama's role is/could have been.
[The Mighty & the Almighty] is her take on the role religion plays in world diplomacy and how it cannot be discounted by even the most
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secular people when at the diplomatic negotiating table.She does not have kind words for President George Bush's attack on Iraq after the attacks of 9/11, and although she writes pretty much what I was thinking at the time, she does point out where things were done well in response to those attacks.
This well-written book documents many of the ways countries, and groups, have done themselves a disservice in the name of "God." In turn lessons on history and diplomacy, Albright shows herself to be thoughtful and considerate throughout.
Published in 2006, I found myself wondering what she would have to say about what's happening in the world now, and what President Obama's role is/could have been.
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LibraryThing member St_Disibod
I read this book with the latest conflict in the Middle East in full swing- Israel's War with Lebanon or Hizbullah (depending on your politics). As such, the relationship between religion, diplomacy and geo-politics had a heightened sense of urgency about it and this is a fine introduction on the
While I could pick holes- she inadequately addresses the issue of Kosovo assuming that the ends justified the means and ignoring the damage rendered to the system of international law- I would not like that to take away from my hearty recommendation that people should read this book. It provides valuable insight into the corridors of power and is quick to highlight how powerless the occupants can be when trying to push against historical precedent or religiously endowed beliefs.
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matter from a woman who knows her stuff.While I could pick holes- she inadequately addresses the issue of Kosovo assuming that the ends justified the means and ignoring the damage rendered to the system of international law- I would not like that to take away from my hearty recommendation that people should read this book. It provides valuable insight into the corridors of power and is quick to highlight how powerless the occupants can be when trying to push against historical precedent or religiously endowed beliefs.
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LibraryThing member mms
Succinct and witty political memoir from the Dem's guarantee that Schwarzenneger will never run for federal office.
LibraryThing member Jthierer
I like that this book was not preachy, even when she was stating her obviously firmly held opinions. Also kudos for not being overly pessimistic or optimistic. Albright acknowledges the challenges facing the world without conjuring up frightening spectres of unsolvable chaos or suggesting that
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LibraryThing member KApplebaum
I made it through the first 50 pages or so. What I read was good, but it's not light summer reading. I'll tackle it again this winter.
LibraryThing member MauriceRogevMemorial
During the Cold War the world was divided into Soviet and Western Camps. After the collapse of communism we now discover that Religion has become an important matter in world diplomacy. Since 9/11 Religion and Religious extremism has become the dividing line.
Original publication date
2006-05-02