True Compass: A Memoir Audiobook

" Harder to read than it was to live through. For me Bobby's murder was the end of my interest in politics as a career choice. "

" This was a quick read and the thing I appreciated about it was the political climate characterized during the times of the many presidents that Edward served under in the Congress. Events that shaped his political convictions and views were enlightening and the history of important political causes and accomplishments by our country had some cause effect light shed upon them. "

" Interesting autobiograpy. I enjoyed it. "

" This is not a book I would have picked for myself. Rather it was a Christmas gift from my son, and I moved it to the top of my reading pile because he kept asking how I liked it. Quite a lot, actually. My son was born in Hyannis, a Kennedy stomping ground, so I've always had an interest in the family from that and because I was a reporter in Massachusetts way back when. There's no dish in this memoir: Kennedy explains that the best way to handle rumor, innuendo and scandal is to refuse to comment. A brilliant strategy that more people should use! But there are plenty of other insights that were new to me. For example, why did Joseph P. Kennedy move his young family to New York? Because Boston was no place to raise Irish-American children. Why did health care become Senator Kennedy's most important issue? Because of what he learned during the months he was hospitalized while recovering from a broken back. I seldom read memoirs, but I'm glad I made an exception for this one. "

" I am a huge Ted Kennedy fan so I was fascinated to read his take on so many political situations as well as his personal reminiscences of his life. "

" It is a nice mix of family, history and politics. Although I have a hard time imagining the Senator puring booze in another Senators plant. "

" There was a lot of historical information about the Kennedy family. Very interesting--also very entertaining. "

" This book is awesome! Kennedy tells his story in his words and you get to know a little of what his life really was a bout. You learn about his family and the strong family love. What happened in the house when his brother, John, was killed ....this is a must read if you are a baby boomer!,, "

" It was an honest, heart felt book on Ted Kennedy's life as told by the man himself. No holds barred, he reflects on his childhood and his career in the senate. "

" I found the early years the most interesting. The major accomplishments seemed a bit whitewashed. I lost interest after the first half of the book but plan to go back eventually and pick up where I left off. "

" I enjoyed reading this. Senator Kennedy's story was what I anticipated. "

" This is an inspirational read. What a family! What a defender of us, ordinary working people! "

" I love this book! Bobby Kennedy has always been my favorite, but reading this book has made me realize that Ted was the best of the bunch. "

" I thought this was a very good memoir. He seemed to be honest on every level. I liked that he did not trash Joan. "

" It was nice to read about Senator Kennedy's history. I felt very connected to him through reading this book. "

" I love Teddy and I loved this book. Full of so many details about all the stuff he has done and not at all depressing or sad. "

" Very compelling and hard-to-put-down story of the Kennedy clan, with a lot of emphasis on the family dynamics - in particular the positive impact that their father and mother had on them. Ted's may be the best perspective of them all - he has been through the WHOLE saga. A bit sugar-coated. "

" I once met Ted Kennedy and had my photo taken with him, he was a compassionate, caring human being no matter what your politics are. This is a good read and the only one from the Kennedy family. "

" This is a fantastic and personal book - talking of the Senator's personal life and political life throughout his 77 years of life. This is a book with a true message, not a book of opinionated policy. Read this book and you will have a new outlook on life. "

" They REALLY don't make 'em like this anymore. "

" Interesting autobiograpy. I enjoyed it. "

" This was an epic life, well worth reading despite the fact that you already know the history. This man was witness to so much political change that we now take for granted. It certainly makes you miss his presence in the senate and on our side. "

" This is a wonderful book, filled with emotional details about Kennedy's high and low points. You'll laugh and cry. I did. "

" I wanted to like this more than I did. The truth is, I never finished it. "

" Not just a book about politics. A touching personal account of American history. At times almost too sad to read. "

" Good book, long book and I actually think it could have been longer. "

" Loved learning more about the Kennedys and how the Senate works. "

" Good read if you're young. "

" To err is human & to persevere against it is indeed devine "

" Enjoyed reading about the events that made the man who he was...childhood and family influences. He discussed his shortcomings, his dedication to his wife and family as well as the political life of service to his country. "

" I thought it was a wonderful, candid book and I learned many things about Senator Kennedy that I had not previously known. The book only served to cement my opinion of what a lovely man and great public servant Ted Kennedy truly was. "