This guy has had an amazing life. Kilimanjaro at 64? GET OUT OF HERE! It was inspiring and just made me feel good reading it. I think it helps if you hear that Georgian southern drawl of his as you read.

I have mixed views of this book, which details many of President Carter's travels and adventures in his post presidential years, including both he and Rosalynn learning downhill skiing and mountain climbing after he turned 60.

The book exposes President Carter's nearly unlimited ambition and hubris, which is something not always seen by the "aw shucks" way he speaks. It also has a bit of the quality of "look what I did that you can't do" approach -- like being hosted at a Shah's elaborate ski lodge, or being able to go fly fishing at special places with some of the world's best anglers.

But also on display is Jimmy Carter as a link between the old south and the modern world, Jimmy Carter as a humanitarian impacting tens of thousands of lives across the globe, and Jimmy Carter, loving patriarch of his family. And there is Jimmy Carter, who admits how his ambition made him a less than desireable husband for years, before building a life-long loving partnership with Rosalynn.

This isn't a great book with great messages. It's a personal book from the former President that includes some honest glimpses into his shortcomings and foibles, as well as his greatness as a leader and a person.

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I enjoyed the book, may not be interesting to most, about JC's excursions that most people would not have the same experience given his internationl reknown, but interesting to read all the same.

Presidential memoirs, autobographies, biographies, and other books written by and about presidents have held a high and favored position on my reading lists since I read Jimmy Carter's presidential memoir, Keeping Faith, in the early 80's. Carter is an excellent writer, an activity perhaps far better suited for his intellect and personality than was being president. His collection of short vinettes about activities he's shared with family and friends is engaging and fascinating.

This is the only book I've read by Jimmy Carter and I really didn't know much about him before reading it. I didn't think this book was an exciting page turner but it was fairly interesting as I love learning about people's lives.

Former President Carter tells stories of fun times with family, friends and leaders from around the world. All pleasant stories of hiking, fishing, mountain climbing . . . . nothing too dramatic. Overall an enjoyable book. It was like sitting down with Grandpa and having him tell stories, like remember that time Roselyn & I were climbing up . . . . . Overall an enjoyable and short book of pleasant memories.

Enjoyable

I was amazed at some of the adventures Jimmy Carter and his family have done over the years. I would have never guessed how active he wa.

This is probably the most inconsequential of Carter’s “mini-memoirs”, having little of the timeless insight of, say, “An Hour Before Daylight” and covering some of the same ground. This one looks across Carter’s entire life, though, and recounts some particularly memorable occasions he spent, well, sharing good times with friends.

I have to admit, though, that as a fan and admirer of Carter I did find it interesting to learn that he is an avid outdoorsman and hiker well into his later years. He has climbed to Everest base camp in his 60′s and climbed Mount Fuji in his 70′s. He’s not above using the perks of his reputation to get a private tour of a world-famous museum that’s closed for renovations, or to get a private nature tour in between overseeing third-world elections. In fact, the man requires that he get a tour from a licensed naturalist every place his visits while doing business for the Carter Center.

You might see the man as egocentric and maybe a bit daffy; I know many folks do. But I found myself dreaming that I was part of his inner circle, and hoping to imitate him in my own later years. I give it an objective three star rating, but add a star if you are a fellow Carter admirer.

I enjoyed this book, not only because I've always been a Jimmy Carter fan, but because I was amazed to hear in his own words what an extraodinary life he has led. I admire him even more if that's possible! I never knew any of his personal exploits so it was quite interesting to hear about the adventures he has taken with his family -- every generation to date. We should all lead such full and purposeful lives!

A quick read. Good times were had by this former President and all around good man.

Sharing good times

I read President Carter’s book, “A full life” before this book. Many subjects that are discussed here were also covered in “A full life” so I was disappointed that all the material here was not new. There are some subjects about recreational trips in this book that go into more detail.
If you would choose to read only one of his books, I would recommend “A full life”. It has more details about everything and include many of his personal paintings along with many pictures.