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Read By: Madeleine Albright Publisher: HarperAudio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 16.33 hours at 1.5x Speed 12.25 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: January 2013 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780062277367

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

31

Longest Chapter Length:

76:03 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

10:31 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

47:12 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

7

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Publisher Description

A national bestseller on its original publication in 2003, Madam Secretary is a riveting account of the life of America's first woman Secretary of State, Madeleine Albright. For eight years, during Bill Clinton's two presidential terms, Albright was a high-level participant in some of the most dramatic events of our time—from the pursuit of peace in the Middle East to NATO's intervention in the Balkans to America's troubled relations with Iran and Iraq. In this thoughtful memoir, one of the most admired women in U.S. history reflects on her remarkable personal story, including her upbringing in war-torn Europe and the balancing of career and family responsibilities, and on America's leading role in a changing world.

With a new epilogue by the author, Madam Secretary offers an inimitable blend of Albright's warm humor, probing insights, and distinctive ideas.

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"I am always sad when I get to the end of good books, and I felt a huge feeling of sadness when I reached the last page of Madeleine Albright's memoir. In the course of a few hundred pages, I had gotten to the point where I felt of "Maddy" as a friend. Not only does she provide excellent insight into foreign policy and the state of the world during her time in office, her personal story of becoming an American citizen, building a life with a husband and children that then ended in divorce, and picking up the pieces to pursue her own dreams leading to her becoming the first female Secretary of State is quite inspiring and one of the many reasons why Madeleine Albright has been and continues to be one of my personal heroes. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for insight into how the Clinton administration approached the world, especially in the second term. By far one of the most inspiring and informative books I've had the pleasure of reading this year."

— Jerry (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Madeleine Albright’s memoir is unlike that of any other Secretary of State. It captures the tension between insecurity and ambition.” 

    — New York Times Book Review
  • “Madeleine Albright has written a different kind of memoir...It’s Albright unplugged.”

    — USA Today
  • “The fascinating story of a remarkable person who has served her country well.”

    — Dallas Morning News
  • “One of the most diverting political bios in recent memory.”

    — Entertainment Weekly
  • “[Albright’s] portraits of foreign leaders are lively and evocative...The result is a book that creates a sense of policy made by real people.”

    — New Yorker
  • “As one might expect from someone with Albright’s resume, the former Secretary of State speaks clearly, makes her points succinctly, and doesn’t stray into speculation, fancy, or whimsy.”

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Albright narrates her book in a strong, clear, and convincing voice.” 

    — Library Journal (audio review)

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller
  • A USA Today bestseller
  • A Publishers Weekly bestseller

Madam Secretary Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Madeleine Albright is a heroine and a rolemodel. This is a story of taking lemons and making lemoade all the way to the Secretary of State! Bravo and thank you for sharing this wonderful story in such an endearing way. "

    — Kelly, 2/19/2014
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    " Wow - its amazing to glimpse into her world. Absolutely recommended. "

    — Pamela, 2/18/2014
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    " I learned that M. Albright didn't find her vocation (didn't have a government job) until she was 37. "

    — Kelley, 2/14/2014
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    " Interesting, inspiring. "

    — Claudia, 1/31/2014
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    " This is an interesting read especially if you followed foreign policy of the Clinton era. It also told a good story of Madeline's education, background and rise into ranks of a top foreign policy expert. Lots of time was devoted to the Middle East negotiations but got a bit boring especially when I knew how they all fell apart. "

    — Cc, 1/24/2014
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    " Interesting look at her history. "

    — Havala, 1/23/2014
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    " I read this a few years ago and really enjoyed it. A fascinating life and she really has a great perspective on things. "

    — Alice, 1/18/2014
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    " On the long side, however worth the read. The first half of the book is about her personal story, the second half about her time as secretary of state, with discussions and descriptions by region of the world. A fabulous portrayal of what it means to be as successful woman in a "man's world". "

    — Kristina, 12/31/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book which shows how a bright and capable woman can, through hard work, succeed in the world of diplomacy. "

    — Patrick, 12/26/2013
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    " Brilliant insight into the life and work of United States' first female Secretary of State. "

    — Kira, 12/9/2013
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    " This is one of the best biographies I've read. "

    — Patti, 12/7/2013
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    " Love(d) it so far, but left it at home this deployment...I keep requesting a Kindle version, so keep your fingers crossed...otherwise, I won't get to pick up this book again (let alone finish it) til October! "

    — Breezy, 11/22/2013
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    " She is an incredible human being. "

    — Geralyn, 11/5/2013
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    " What a fascinating life. "

    — L, 11/2/2013
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    " This is a great memoir of her days as Secretary of State, serving under President Clinton. She is a wonderful writer and is honest about so many personal issues too. "

    — Rebecca, 10/17/2013
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    " A tough woman who still maintained a family. An inspiring book. "

    — Anni, 9/4/2013
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    " great political historic info as well as personal info of a very strong willed women. "

    — Cassandra, 8/22/2013
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    " Forcefully written and read. "

    — Gaildb, 7/28/2013
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    " Madam Secretary: A Memoir by Madeleine Albright (2003) "

    — Anne, 6/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " loved this book. Great writing. Great narratives of her days as Secretary of State. "

    — Andy, 6/12/2013
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    " Such an inspiring person. I love her chutzpah, her wisdom, and the way that she manages to do everything at once. May I be half as good as she is. "

    — Ariel, 5/21/2013
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    " I'm not usually one for a biography, but she has had an amazing, interesting life and she is funny and bright in her writing. Plus, she kicks ass all over her male colleagues... "

    — Maralee, 5/6/2013
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    " Great book about a strong woman in politics. She was the first. "

    — Clair, 5/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Due to the nightmare of the past 8 years, I went back and read this (since I couldn't have cared less the first time I saw it). What a brilliant lady and insightful book. It makes you long for the Age of Diplomacy by and for Adults that we enjoyed ten years ago. "

    — Thomas, 4/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a good autobiography about a contemporary woman, mother, diplomat and immigrant! Immigrants do enhance the American Stew in every generation! "

    — Francine, 3/19/2013
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    " Slogging through page after page of minutae was no fun. Only a family member could get through this without wondering, "Where was her editor?" "

    — Luckngrace, 2/23/2013

About Madeleine Albright

Madeleine Albright (1937-2022) served as America’s sixty-fourth secretary of state from 1997 to 2001, the first woman to hold that position. Her distinguished career also includes positions on Capitol Hill, on the National Security Council, and as US ambassador to the United Nations. She also wrote several New York Times bestselling books.