Ronald Reagan: The Great Communicator

by Frederick J. Ryan Jr.

This unique collection of photographs and quotations is a celebration of the warmth, wisdom, and wit of Ronald Reagan, one of America's most beloved presidents. Through more than half a century of public life, he spoke with consistency and contagious optimism to the hearts and minds of American people, and his ability to inspire and persuade led to his reputation as "the Great Communicator." This volume is the consummate treasury of his insights...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 006093350X
• ISBN13: 9780060933500
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Harper Perennial
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.9" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Great Words!

This book is one of those I refer to as a bathroom book. It is 175 pages of short stories, quotes, quips and speeches of and by the Great Communicator, which makes for perfect reading when you are ,... well, you get the idea. A beautiful and loving introduction by one of America's finest First Ladies, Nancy Reagan, sets the tone for this insight to the former first family, whose love for country was only eclipsed by their love for one another. The book concludes with a devoted after word by Peggy Noonan. Everything in between is pure Ronnie. If you admired Ronald Reagan, and since you are reading this review, chances are, you do, you'll want to add this book to your collection. Get to know the personal side of this great American leader.

Great words from the Great Communicator

This book is one of those I refer to as a bathroom book. It is 175 pages of short stories, quotes, quips and speeches of and by the Great Communicator, which makes for perfect reading when you are ,? well, you get the idea. A beautiful and loving introduction by one of America?s finest First Ladies, Nancy Reagan, sets the tone for this insight to the former first family, whose love for country was only eclipsed for their love for one another. The book concludes with a devoted after word by Peggy Noonan. Everything in between is pure Ronnie. If you admire Ronald Reagan, and since you are visiting the Junto, chances are, you do, you?ll want to add this book to your collection. Get to know the personal side of this great man.

Bringing Back the 1980's

Okay- This is what is aptly dubbed a coffee table book... It isn't a thorough biography, but rather a concise biographical pictorial of the Reagan Presidency. As a fan of Reagan, I've already got quite a few books on the Gipper from an American Life to Dutch. It is a nice addition to my library, and recaptures the nostaligia of the 1980's with its vivid pictures. However, if you're looking for substance and informational content than I'd recommend Ronald Reagan by Dinesh D'Souza or Ronald Reagan's autobiography, An American Life.