The Reagan Diaries
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“Reading these diaries, Americans will find it easier to understand how Reagan did what he did for so long . . . They paint a portrait of a president who was engaged by his job and had a healthy perspective on power.”
—Jon Meacham, Newsweek
During his two terms as the 40th president of the United States, Ronald Reagan kept a daily diary in which he recorded his innermost thoughts and observations on the extraordinary, the historic, and the routine occurrences of his presidency. To read these diaries—now compiled into one volume by noted historian Douglas Brinkley and filled with Reagan’s trademark wit, sharp intelligence, and humor—is to gain a unique understanding of one of our nation’s most fascinating leaders.
Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan was the 40th President of the United States of America. He served two terms as President, from 1981 to 1989.
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Reviews for The Reagan Diaries
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The book is an edited version of the daily diaries Reagan kept while he was president. They're short bullet entries. There are quite a few missed days; I guess that the editor did not believe them germane. The book showed the life of the most powerful person on the planet. His devotion to Nancy is remarkable. I was impressed at his response to the liberal press of the time--he seemed to hold no animosity, but rather viewed it as a contest: "I won that round" says he. Further, he seems to know when he had an impact with people...or not...and commented on same. His ups and downs with the Soviets show raw emotion and dedication to the people of both nations. The book shows that the RR who spoke to us on TV was for real.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I'm ashamed at how long it took me to read the book, but I've found diaries are generally difficult to read. Each day is pretty much a story unto itself and is the nature of a diary. At the same time, I enjoyed the book and learned a great deal. I read once that someone wondered how an actor could become the President of the greatest nation on earth. Regan mused how anyone could be President without being an actor. He put life's experiences to good use as President.Throughout the diaries, Reagan manifested the training and experience he had as an actor in a positive way. He seemed to forever mindful and respectful of his audience, whether it be before TV cameras, a large live audience, or in a one on one meeting. He almost always commented on how he perceived others thought he did. His diary reads as if he were speaking to me in person and always reflected genuine sincerity.One of the reasons I wanted to read the book (in addition to the fact that it was a gift!) is that Reagan is one of but three Presidents who was baptized into a Disciples of Christ church. His Alma Mater, Eureka College (founded as, and is yet to this day, a Disciples of Christ school), is mentioned many times, and always in a positive way. He remained proud of and loyal to Eureka College throughout his entire life.The jury remains out as to where Reagan will rank among US Presidents. Persons interested in US history, and particularly in US Presidents, are surely to be well-served by reading the book. I am glad I read it, even though it took me much longer to finish than it should have.The book includes a number of beautiful photos, has a helpful glossary of many characters named, and is well indexed.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I'm not typically into politics or biographies, but I have to admit, I loved this.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5An inside look at a good man. Remembering history from an older view point made it even more interesting. His fights against taxes and to bring down the interest rates and put people to work really take on a new light from his diary entries.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Interesting historical record of events of the 80s and of the presidency itself. It is obviously a very strenuous job. Also good insight into Reagan himself - important man, whether you agree or disagree with him.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A fantastic collection of the thoughts of arguably our greatest president in modern times. I was amazed at the difference, in every aspect, of what this man stood for and how he approached his job and what we currently have going on in Washington, D.C. It took me a while to read this because the diary entries were fairly chopped up and abbreviated in places, but it was definitely worth the read. I recommend this for anyone who appreciates what we once had in this country.
- Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5Maybe if I'd kept reading longer I would have gotten into this book, but it was just so unbelievably dull and boring... It's one of the few books I gave up on. I read quickly, but there are so many books I'd rather be reading.