The Reagan Diaries

I'm really enjoying this book!

This book is not about conservatives¿ verses liberals, it¿s a piece of history that I¿m really enjoying. It¿s interesting to get a first hand look into his days in the White House, as well as read and understand his thought process. This is truly a great book that I think anyone who loves history will enjoy.

4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

Living History through Reagan's eyes

I'm in the process of reading the Reagan Diaries and find it to be my favorite of many Reagan books. Why? Because I see history through the eyes of the man who changed history as it happens. Reagan's wit shows through as well as his compassion for others. This book shows that Reagan was truly in control of the administration's direction and not sleeping as liberal detractors would have you believe. A great read for those who enjoy history and those who believe that Ronald Reagan was one of our greatest Presidents

4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

This is a must read.

Few presidents have chronicaled their days in office, perhaps the greatest living president in our memory has. He's Ronald Reagan. I'm 44 pages into a book of 803 pages. This book is incredible, giving us an insightful view of what it means to hold and preserve the greatest office in the world. One of things you find unique in this day and time. Is RR dealt with the very same issues our current president is dealing with. The exception is RR didn't wait for polling to see what needed to be done. He just did it!!! IN this book you see RR as a human being, not really concerned how history would view him, he already knew. I'm convinced this man woke up every morning thinking how can I make the lives of Americans better. He was concerned about AMERICANS first. The lives of the other people in the world were secondary...this seems to be contarary to our current leaders. This is not a book you read at one sitting. Settle into a few pages at a time, you will find yourself falling into a presidency that you will wish we had now. If we are going to add an additional face to Mt Rushmore, lets hope and pray it will be Ronald Reagan.

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Get the inside scoop on what our President's really do and who this man was in particular

When Reagan was in office I was fresh out of high school, pursuing my dreams, and not politically dialed in. It is great to have this historical record so I can go back in time and lay a foundation for the world today. Loved the balance between personal notes and business. It seems we have lost the prestige of office with our current president. Regan was passionate and I did not know that.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Get To Know What A President Goes Through

Great for picking up and reading just about anywhere in the book. Fascinating historical detail and a deep look into the wonderful personality of one of our best presidents!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

An American Classic..

I was pretty intimidated to pick up this book when I saw the size of it. But I figured that Ronald Regan was one of the greatest presidents that we have ever had. He was a conservative and sincere man and it truly shows throughout this book. These diaries cover his two terms in office during the Cold war, terrorism and an unstable economic path. In these diaries he shows his passion for America in fighting Communism and putting the Soviets down. Regan also identifies the culture bias media and the corrupt schemes during the 80s with the media.
Overall do recommend this book if you want to find out about a true American hero. His personal voice is put into this book and his ideas and opinions on America and how it should be. This is a must have.

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My review.

The first two or three years of the biography was very matter of fact. It was like I was reading an appointment book or an daily agenda of a business executive. Then to my surprise, on page 213, President Reagan also realizes this, and comments the diary was appearing like a log book, and that he should comment more on the particulars, and provide more insight. The second term of the President, is the most interesting part of the book. I wish Mr. Brinkley would have expanded the glossary. I kept having to go to my computer to "goggle" many names. Overall, President Reagan kept a fascinating account of his presidency.

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A reviewer

Honestly, I must say I was disappointed with this book, but would still recommend it to someone who wants to know more about Regan's pres. I was looking more for indebt writing and NOT the short and to the point writing that Regan uses. It basically his thoughts, written in short hand. Its not a fun read, but does give you a different insight about Regan.

1 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

Fascinating

It's so interesting to see what this great president was thinking and doing on a daily basis.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

courage and conviction of a centurian

this is one of the most indepth books on president reagan that I have seen that has come out in a long time. I was very impressed to read his inter most thoughts on terrorism and his deep commitment to ending its grip on the freeworld. Iam so thankful that this diary is being published right now cause I feel it will be a great guide for the voters in 2008 whean they want to know what it means to be a conservative.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

A glimpse into the mind of one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century.

This is one of the most fascinating books I have read in years. Through his writings President Reagan always you into his inner most hopes, dreams and fears. There are two things that really stand out in this book. One is that Reagan had a keen intellect. His reputation for average intelligence is laid to rest with this book. Second was his love for Nancy. The most emotional passages in his diary speak of his love for her. I highly recommend this book!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Great book

The whole insite of this book is to show America what the preaidents daily rutene is. This book is a great and a must get.

Great Book

The Reagan Diaries is an extremly insightful look into the private thoughts of a President.

Real thoughts of the President

This book was absolutely fascinating. If you already like Ronald Reagan, you will love this book. The diaries have entries about politics, Nancy, etc.

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