My American Journey

By: Colin L. Powell, Joseph E. Persico

Narrated by: Colin L. Powell

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “A great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.”—The New York Times Book Review

Colin Powell is the embodiment of the American dream. He was born in Harlem to immigrant parents from Jamaica. He knew the rough life of the streets. He overcame a barely average start at school. Then he joined the Army. The rest is history—Vietnam, the Pentagon, Panama, Desert Storm—but a history that until now has been known only on the surface. Here, for the first time, Colin Powell himself tells us how it happened, in a memoir distinguished by a heartfelt love of country and family, warm good humor, and a soldier’s directness.

My American Journey is the powerful story of a life well lived and well told. It is also a view from the mountaintop of the political landscape of America. At a time when Americans feel disenchanted with their leaders, General Powell’s passionate views on family, personal responsibility, and, in his own words, “the greatness of America and the opportunities it offers” inspire hope and present a blueprint for the future. An utterly absorbing account, it is history with a vision.©2006 Colin Powell; (P)2006 Random House, Inc.

Critic reviews

“A great American success story . . . an endearing and well-written book.”—The New York Times Book Review

“The stirring, only-in-America story of one determined man's journey from the South Bronx to directing the mightiest of military forces . . . Fascinating.”—The Washington Post Book World

“Eloquent.”—Los Angeles Times Book Review

“Profound and moving . . . Must reading for anyone who wants to reaffirm his faith in the promise of America.”—Jack Kemp, The Wall Street Journal

“A book that is much like its subject—articulate, confident, impressive, but unpretentious and witty. . . . Whether you are a political junkie, a military buff, or just interested in a good story, My American Journey is a book well worth reading.”—San Diego Union Tribune

“Colin Powell's candid, introspective autobiography is a joy for all with an appetite for well-written political and social commentary.”—The Detroit News

Impressive

Enjoyed hearing Colin Powell himself tell his life story. He told it like it was - no fluff.

A great story

If you could sum up My American Journey in three words, what would they be?

Interesting, engaging, revealing

What does Colin Powell bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Hearing Colin Powell's voice makes the story more personal

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Growing up in America: how the boy next door ended up advising Presidents of the United States

A four hour outline to whet your appetite!

I have always admired Colin Powell. He speaks quietly, intelligently, and with strength. He reads this 4 hour audiobook which leads you through what I feel like could be an outline. I am left now to want more. I highly recommend this audiobook, and further recommend hearing what he has to say.

great book

Excellent so many events I can relate and admire the book its truly good and inspiring

Integrity

Nothing about the life of Colin Powell fails to whom he truly is a man of honor.