Madam Secretary

Don't be fooled by these past two posts - I don't normally read voluminous books. I am normally in the middle of a book by Michael Connelly, David Baldacci, Lee Child, or other like-minded author. Afterall, after dealing with reality all day, nothing says relaxation like a good murder mystery!!!

But, last night I finished an outstanding book: "Madam Secretary: A Memoir by Madeleine Korbel Albright." Another 664 page book, but one well worth the time and effort. I admit that the only reason I bought it was that I found it at Dollar Tree for $1.00. You just can't pass by something like that. It was one of the best investments I have made in a long time.

As you know, Madeleine Albright served as U.N. ambassador and then, following the resignation of Warren Christopher, as Secretary of State - the FIRST female in that position. I have never identified myself with any political party and would not normally consider spending any great time reading a politician's memoir. This is a wonderful exception. I must admit that I have a much greater appreciation of her, in particular, and the job of Secretary of State, in general.

First of all let me say - Madeline Albright is a wonderful writer and keeps you mesmerized with stories of her early life as well as of her service to our great country. I picked this book up one night because nothing else was close by. I thought I would just read through a few pages and see what it was like. I think I stopped reading about 2:00 a.m. From that point on, I was hooked. Her early life is facinating; her behind-the-scenes-stories of world events will captivate you.

I wanted to share this with you because I am very aware that I could have easily missed a great read because of my short-sightedness. I now have another rather large memoir of George Tenet (former head of the CIA) at home that I just might open some day soon. Yes, I got it at Dollar Tree too, but...

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