Known for her wit, honesty, and compassion, Barbara Bush has won admirers the world over. Now, in this fascinating autobiography, the former First Lady talks candidly about: -Growing up privileged and meeting George Bush -Life as a young bride and mother in West Texas -How she got through the tragedy of her little girl's death -Her years in public life in Washington, New York and China -The world of Washington politics and the many famous figures she's met -What it was like behind the scenes of the Persian Gulf conflict and the end of the Cold War -Her role as the nation's leading literacy champion -The ups and downs of three presidential campaigns --The joys of rediscovering private life Filled with warm, funny and touching anecdotes, Mrs. Bush's memoir reveals the innermost heart of a down-to-earth woman who stands fiercely by her husband and family, her faith and her nation.