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America’s most brilliant political mastermind recounts his controversial journey through Republican politics and into George W. Bush’s White House.
Known as “the Architect” of George W. Bush’s presidency, Karl Rove’s access to Bush and view of his presidency is unparalleled. In this memoir, Rove takes the listener into the heart of Bush’s rise to the Texas governorship and behind closed doors in the White House. Rove describes what it takes to win elections—from his first race in a high school gymnasium to those on the national stage—and what you need to do once you’ve won.
Rove learned about the cost of his Republican affiliation at a young age, when a JFK supporter down the street pushed him off his bicycle and beat him up for supporting Nixon. Since then, Rove has devoted his life to conservative politics—and he has been accused of everything from campaign chicanery to being a war criminal. Here, he sets the record straight, responds frankly to his critics, and passionately articulates the reasoning behind the choices he made during campaigns and in the White House.
With never-before-told details about his own controversial career, the legacy of the Bush presidency, and America during its most trying moments, Rove intimately relates the joys and pains of a life in service of conservative conviction.
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"As a daily newspaper reader I am frustrated that it is impossible to get an unbiased commentary of the news by the media. Rove's book was so interesting and explained many of the incidents I had seen splashed in the news, including 9/11, the war in Iraq, Katrina, and people including John Kerry and the Wilson-Plames. I contend that George W. Bush was an excellent president. I wish I would have known the inner-workings of the White House during his presidency so I could have countered the 100% negative comments I heard from non-Americans in my travels. Yes, there is a lot of corruptness and large egos in politics, but I am certain there are also people with high ideals and yes, even integrity. I love America!"
— Jenalyn (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Courage and Consequence is an entertaining and enlightening memoir, written by a man who is well aware he will continue to be a polarizing figure no matter where he goes from here.”
— New York Times
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A New York Times bestseller
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
Courage and Consequence Listener Reviews
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" Humanizes a much politicized and demonized political wingman. "
— Rebekah, 2/18/2014 -
" TH ebook cleared up some of the inner workings of Rove and why W depended on him to win an election "
— Susan, 2/18/2014 -
" Maligned in the media as the evil mind behind the Bush administration, Karl Rove's side of the story sheds light on what what was really happening during the Bush years. "
— Jeffrey, 2/14/2014 -
" Karl Rove's book is a truly outstanding look into his, George Bush's and the Bush administration's facts, accomplishments, challenges and evolution. Its gives a much needed perspective on Bush years in Texas and the White House. A must read for anyone interested in a factual view of a hugely important piece of our recent history. It is a thorough (520 pages and 516 notes covering 43 pages) word picture of one of the most important times in our Nations near history. "
— William, 2/6/2014 -
" Its an interesting peek on what has happened "
— Ricky, 1/31/2014 -
" Great book ... Clears up a lot of misconceptions about the Bush administration that liberal media seems to report as gospel!!! "
— Casey, 1/23/2014 -
" Interesting inside look at politics. "
— Deborah, 1/19/2014 -
" Mr. Rove has certainly been successful but this book is a sad commentary on the life of a politician. He is surrounded by and has to deal with people who lie, steal and have zero integrity. Rove is a sad person. "
— Opa, 1/17/2014 -
" Listened to the abridged version on cd on a drive from Austin and Lubbock and back... Enjoyed it, but don't think I would have made it through the entire print version. "
— Candice, 1/15/2014 -
" Insightful look into the Bush administration. "
— June, 1/5/2014 -
" Very interesting story of the Bush 43 White House. Rove was honest about himself and about Bush, and revealed facts about Democrats that shouldn't have shocked me, but did. (He cited his sources, so it wasn't just "opinion". ) "
— Valerie, 12/19/2013 -
" Very good read. It was interesting to read a book about the events that took place in my life time. Getting a better understanding of the events from a different source then the media. "
— Dorothy, 11/30/2013 -
" This book gives a vivid and compelling inside look at political campaigns, and a first hand account of the George W. Bush administration. I couldn't put it down! "
— Charles, 10/24/2013 -
" Great read and a great glipse into the real Bush White House. "
— Jeffrey, 3/30/2013 -
" It is a good job Karl Rove doesn't make his living writing- he's terrible. In some ways a very accomplished man, he also reveals some deep flaws. I don't agree with his takes on many things, but I love him because he makes liberals hyperventilate. "
— Andrew, 9/21/2012 -
" Good read. Lots of information from the insiders point of view. Some new insights on why things aren't always as they seem or as they are reported. "
— Steve, 7/6/2012 -
" I thoroughly enjoyed this book. An insider account of the rise of President George W. Bush from someone who helped him reach the Oval Office. Rove is also revealing about the costs, both personal and financial, that can result from being at the center of American political life. "
— Michael, 1/27/2012 -
" I was never a big Karl Rove fan until I read his book. The man is a genius and deserves more credit then he gets. "
— Ryan, 9/16/2011 -
" The George Bush years are probably too recent for anyone but Republicans to enjoy this book, but it is a very interesting look at the Bush years. His chapters on 9/11 and the drama surrounding the 2000 Presidential election are particularly fascinating. "
— David, 7/25/2011 -
" I thought the book was terribly boring...I had high expectations...didn't pan out for me. "
— James, 5/27/2011 -
" a great read, insightful, poignant, real, moving "
— Lisa, 5/15/2011 -
" I couldn't write a better review here than the one by Howard Olsen. I agree with everything he wrote. "
— Chris, 4/16/2011 -
" I was never a big Karl Rove fan until I read his book. The man is a genius and deserves more credit then he gets. "
— Ryan, 2/17/2011 -
" Very interesting read filled with lots of facts / details of the Bush years. Halfway through and can't put the book down. "
— Tal, 1/4/2011 -
" Humanizes a much politicized and demonized political wingman. "
— Rebekah, 12/16/2010 -
" Good read. Lots of information from the insiders point of view. Some new insights on why things aren't always as they seem or as they are reported. "
— Steve, 11/28/2010
About Karl Rove
Karl Rove served as Senior Advisor and Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush for nearly a decade before beginning his writing career. His book, Courage and Consequence: My Life as a Conservative in the Fight, has garnered attention in both literary and political arenas. He is also president of Karl Rove + Company, a political public affairs firm based in Austin.