Decision Points
by George W. Bush
Decision Points by George W. Bush holds a well received rating of 3.77 out of 5, based on 28.9K reader ratings. First published in 2010. The book spans 497 pages.
About Decision Points
In this candid and gripping account, President George W. Bush describes the critical decisions that shaped his presidency and personal life.George W. Bush served as president of the United States during eight of the most consequential years in American history. The decisions that reached his desk impacted people around the world and defined the times in which we live.Decision Points brings readers inside the Texas governor’s mansion on the night of the 2000 election, aboard Air Force One during the harrowing hours after the attacks of September 11, 2001, into the Situation Room moments before the start of the war in Iraq, and behind the scenes at the White House for many other historic presidential decisions.For the first time, we learn President Bush’s perspective and insights on:His decision to quit drinking and the journey that led him to his Christian faithThe selection of the vice president, secretary of defense, secretary of state, Supreme Court justices, and other key officialsHis relationships with his wife, daughters, and parents, including heartfelt letters between the president and his father on the eve of the Iraq WarHis administration’s counterterrorism programs, including the CIA’s enhanced interrogations and the Terrorist Surveillance ProgramWhy the worst moment of the presidency was hearing accusations that race played a role in the federal government’s response to Hurricane Katrina, and a critical assessment of what he would have done differently during the crisisHis deep concern that Iraq could turn into a defeat costlier than Vietnam, and how he decided to defy public opinion by ordering the troop surgeHis legislative achievements, including tax cuts and reforming education and Medicare, as well as his setbacks, including Social Security and immigration reformThe relationships he forged with other world leaders, including an honest assessment of those he did and didn’t trustWhy the failure to bring Osama bin Laden to justice ranks as his biggest disappointment and why his success in denying the terrorists their fondest wish—attacking America again—is among his proudest achievementsA groundbreaking new brand of presidential memoir, Decision Points will captivate supporters, surprise critics, and change perspectives on eight remarkable years in American history—and on the man at the center of events.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | George W. Bush |
| Published | 2010 |
| Pages | 497 |
| Kindle Price | $12.99 |
| Genres | Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, History, Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 3.77 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 28,943 |
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What genre is Decision Points?
Decision Points is categorized as Biography & Memoir, Non-Fiction, History, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Decision Points worth reading?
Based on 28.9K reader ratings, Decision Points has an average score of 3.77 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Decision Points?
Decision Points has 497 pages.
Who wrote Decision Points?
Decision Points was written by George W. Bush. It was first published in 2010.
What is the ISBN for Decision Points?
The ISBN-13 for Decision Points is 9780307590620.0.
How much does Decision Points cost on Kindle?
Decision Points is available on Kindle for $12.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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