Review “The final words of the last of the founding generation of Israeli leaders. But indefatigable dreamer that Mr. Peres was, his book also delivers a pointed, if veiled, message from the grave about the apparent dearth of vision in the present, and it looks to the future.” (New York Times)“In a seven-decade career packed with historic triumphs and painful setbacks, Shimon Peres took pride in always looking forward. The book offers a rare glimpse into key chapters of his extraordinary life [and] offers his trademark optimistic blueprint for future leadership.” (Associated Press)“Poignant...the eminent former Israeli leader delivers a heartfelt appeal to the best in the Israeli Jewish character.” (Kirkus Reviews)“Shimon Peres was a giant of Israel’s founding generation, a tireless advocate for peace, and an eternal optimist who lived his life with a sense of hope and possibility…All of us have much to learn from his story, which now belongs to the ages.” (Barack Obama)“Israel has made a tremendous contribution to global technological innovation...The leadership lessons in this book show why Shimon Peres was, in so many endeavors, able to glimpse opportunity when others predicted failure. If you don’t try, you don’t know– that’s the secret of innovation. Shimon Peres understood that.” (Eric Schmidt)“By his unyielding determination and principle, Shimon Peres time and again helped guide his beloved country through the crucible of mortal challenge. But it was by his innate humanity, his decency, that Shimon inspired the world over.” (George H. W. Bush)“Shimon Peres started…as Israel’s brightest student, became one of its best teachers, and ended up its biggest dreamer…This book captures my friend’s lifelong belief in our potential to rise above our wounds, our resentments, and our fears to make the most of today and claim the promise of tomorrow.” (Bill Clinton)“Shimon Peres, one of the great leaders of Israel for more than half a century, was an unusual statesman: a dreamer and a pragmatist, a thinker and a doer, a fearless campaigner for peace and compromise and a tireless builder of Israel’s armed forces...This book is a special treat.” (Amos Oz)When I think of Shimon Peres, I think of a man who was a poet and a soldier--a rare combination that, when it works, is formidable. (Barbara Walters)“No Room for Small Dreams proves that Peres’ voice and vision are not only still with us, but as forceful and relevant as ever.” (Forbes) About the Author Shimon Peres was one of Israel’s founding fathers and for more than six decades was an architect of its ascent from a fragile state to a global power. In 1994, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his extraordinary efforts to forge peace between Israel and the Palestinians. In 1996, he founded the groundbreaking Peres Center for Peace and Innovation to focus on developing and implementing imaginative peacebuilding programs around the world. Peres died in September 2016, shortly after finishing his work on this book. He was ninety-three years old.
E**O
A Giant Among Men
Shimon Peres has been a hero of mine for the past 35 years. However, the insights provided in this book had me admiring and respecting him even more. I think it should be required reading for all who have even a passing interest in the creation of State of Israel. It is not scholarly, but instead puts a human face on all that is Israel, and written by a poet. More importantly, in a time when we are lacking principled leadership around the World, especially here in the U.S. and Israel, for that matter, he is a prime example of moral leadership in challenging times. If only the world had more leaders like Shimon Peres, we would be much better off. It is a wonderful read that leaves one in awe. I strongly recommend.
P**R
It is rare to be able to read an autobiography by a founder of a responsible nation.
I normally read with pen and paper so as to recall ideas that seem important to me. However, Peres's story was too interesting to put down so as to write.It seems to me that in the Epilogue Peres was unable to look past ethnicity if not race to imagine a world wherein everyone first appreciates each fellow citizen as they are where they are. Peres wanted Israel to be the instrument or channel of peace.Only when a person demonstrates individual dissidence against civic integrity may statutory justice be called on to maintain mutual, comprehensive safety and security.The preamble to the U.S. Constitution tacitly offers fellow citizens individual happiness with civic integrity. It is understandable if Peres never seriously considered the U.S. preamble's offer to fellow citizens: So far, fellow citizens have not created the evidence that the U.S. preamble's agreement can aid the establishment of a civic culture.
J**Z
An autobiography that inspires
This book is sensational. Shimon Peres was quite an unusual and profound leader. There are many lessons to be taken away from reading this wonderful autobiography. It will be the ultimate treasure in your library.
M**N
Great historical review of Israel last 70yrs
Inspirational account of shimon Peres life. Left vishneva as a child to live in th fledging state of Israel. part of the big decisions occurred over last 70yrs. Partition 1948, Arab-Israeli war 1949, 6 day war 1967, entebbe 1976, Oslo peace accord 1992. A great satesman and leader.
G**O
So let the B I G Dreams come to life!
This reading has provided us with so much information about historical facts, that we cannot stop through its contents until the very end of the book itself. He described himself as an optimistic person, but was also the type that pointed to the right direction with sharpness and certainty. How brilliant was his guidance and experience through complex subjects, always taking the right decisions, and leading to success. It certainly serves as a guide to all of us, no matter how or where we live.
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