?Richly detailed. . . an intimate portrait of a diplomat.? ?New Yorker Now in paperback with a
new epilogue In this revealing funny and inspiring memoir seven-time New York Times
bestselling author and former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright?among the most admired and
tireless public servants in history?reflects on the challenge of continuing one's career far
beyond the normal age of retirement. In 2001 when Madeleine Albright was leaving office as
America's first female secretary of state interviewers asked her how she wished to be
remembered. ?I don't want to be remembered ? she answered. ?I am still here and have much more
I intend to do. As difficult as it might seem I want every stage of my life to be more
exciting than the last.? In that time of transition the former Secretary considered the
possibilities: she could write teach travel give speeches start a business fight for
democracy help to empower women campaign for favored political candidates spend more time
with her grandchildren. Instead of choosing one or two she decided to do it all. For nearly
twenty years Albright was in constant motion navigating half a dozen professions clashing
with presidents and prime ministers learning every day. After leaving the State Department
she blazed her own trail?and gave voice to millions who yearn for respect regardless of gender
background or age. Hell and Other Destinations reveals this remarkable figure at her bluntest
funniest most intimate and most serious. It is the tale of our times anchored in lessons for
all time narrated by an extraordinary woman who had a matchless zest for life.
