â‚¬Å“AÂ great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"The New York Times Book ReviewColin Powell is the embodiment of the

My American Journey

â‚¬Å“AÂ great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"The New York Times Book Review

Colin Powell is the embodiment of the American dream. He was born in Harlem to immigrant parents from Jamaica. He knew the rough life of the streets. He overcame a barely average start at school. Then he joined the Army. The rest is historyâ‚¬"Vietnam, the Pentagon, Panama, Desert Stormâ‚¬"but a history that until now has been known only on the surface. Here, for the first time, Colin Powell himself tells us how it happened, in a memoir distinguished by a heartfelt love of country and family, warm good humor, and a soldier's directness.

My American Journey is the powerful story of a life well lived and well told. It is also a view from the mountaintop of the political landscape of America. At a time when Americans feel disenchanted with their leaders, General Powell's passionate views on family, personal responsibility, and, in his own words, "the greatness of America and the opportunities it offers" inspire hope and present a blueprint for the future. An utterly absorbing account, it is history with a vision.

Praise for My American Journey

â‚¬Å“The stirring, only-in-America story of one determined man's journey from the South Bronx to directing the mightiest of military forces . . . Fascinating.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"The Washington Post Book World

â‚¬Å“Eloquent.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"Los Angeles Times Book Review

â‚¬Å“Profound and movingÂ . . . Must reading for anyone who wants to reaffirm his faith in the promise of America.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"Jack Kemp,Â The Wall Street Journal

â‚¬Å“A book that is much like its subjectâ‚¬"articulate, confident, impressive, but unpretentious and witty. . . . Whether you are a political junkie, a military buff, or just interested in a good story, My American JourneyÂ is a book well worth reading.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"San Diego Union Tribune

â‚¬Å“Colin Powell's candid, introspective autobiography is a joy for all with an appetite for well-written political and social commentary.â‚¬Ââ‚¬"The Detroit News
Country USA
Brand Ballantine Books
Manufacturer Random House Publishing Group
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber part_0345466411
Color Black
ReleaseDate 2003-03-04
UnitCount 1
UPCs 352786416460
EANs 9780345466419

Country	USA
Brand	Ballantine Books
Manufacturer	Random House Publishing Group
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	part_0345466411
Color	Black
ReleaseDate	2003-03-04
UnitCount	1
UPCs	352786416460
EANs	9780345466419

My American Journey

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