Kiron K. Skinner Livres

An intimate portrait of Reagan told through his letters starting as an 8-year-old boy, through his presidency, and up to the onset of Alzheimer'

Revealing previously unseen writings from the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, this collection showcases Reagan's thoughts on key issues like the economy, social challenges, and the Cold War. The documents, many in his own handwriting, highlight his role as a visionary leader and intellectual force behind significant policies of his presidency. This fresh perspective reshapes our understanding of both Reagan and the American history of the last twenty-five years.

The book delves into the transition from detente to a more confrontational phase of the Cold War in the early 1980s, highlighting Reagan's transformative strategies to influence Soviet actions. It explores significant historical events, including the peaceful revolutions in Poland and Hungary, the reunification of Germany, and the impact of Third World dynamics. Additionally, it examines the pivotal roles played by leaders like Gorbachev and Yeltsin in shaping this tumultuous period.