From Publishers Weekly
Reagan presents anecdotes about his family, details his ideology, tells of his presidential candidacy and describes his eight years in the White House. Photos. Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.


From School Library Journal
YA-- A historically significant autobiography, filled with reminiscences. From his childhood through his second term as president, Reagan shares a warm and genuine sense of self. He recounts events that led him into politics and credits those who influenced him throughout his life. He reveals his personal feelings about what happened and tells how decisions were made during his tenure in the White House. Documentation is provided through excerpts from his diary and private letters as well as from official records.- Jeanette M. Lippencott, W. T. Woodson High School, Fairfax, VACopyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc.


Review
The Christian Science Monitor An American Life is filled with Ronald Reagan's good humor and goodwill.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

In this remarkable autobiography, Ronald Reagan presents a definitive personal account of his historic presidency. With uncompromising candor, modesty, and wit, he tells the story of his life -- public and private -- and reveals the events that shaped his reluctant candidacy and the decision-making process that led to his first nomination; the unseen dangers of Gorbachev's first visit to America; startling facts about top-secret meetings involving heads of state; his frustrations with Congress; and his relationships with the members of his Cabinet.

Here are the behind-the-scenes details of the great themes and dramatic crises marking Reagan's eight years in office, from Lebanon to Grenada, from the struggle to achieve arms control to tax reform, and his unprecedented personal diplomacy with major foreign leaders. His narrative is full of new insights and often surprising revelations regarding his innermost feelings about life in the White House, the assassination attempt, his family -- and the enduring love between him and his wife Nancy.

An American Life is an inspiring American success story, a brilliant self-portrait, and a compelling and significant work of history.

FROM THE CRITICS

Publishers Weekly

Reagan presents anecdotes about his family, details his ideology, tells of his presidential candidacy and describes his eight years in the White House. Photos. (Jan.)

School Library Journal