This moving and intensely personal collection of poems by Jimmy Carter includes themes of places, politics, people, and private lives. The poems are characterized by wry and sometimes bitter humor, tenderness, and an intense and passionate caring. The collection touches on various personal and reflective subjects, including the death of loved ones, memories of his father, and tributes to his wife Rosalynn.
In 'Our Endangered Values: America's Moral Crisis,' Jimmy Carter explores the ongoing conflicts in modern American society and politics, particularly the role of Christian fundamentalism in shaping policies and driving division. He addresses key issues such as church and state relations, gender equality, environmental protection, social justice, and foreign policy. Carter argues for the separation of church and state and warns about the consequences of fundamentalist influence on government, which he believes threatens democracy and progress. The book also touches on poverty, economic policies, and the need for individuals to act in concert to restore America's moral foundation and global reputation.
This enchanting fairy tale, originally told by Jimmy Carter to his daughter Amy, follows Jeremy, a young boy who lives with his mother near the sea. Jeremy's mother earns a bare living by washing clothes for wealthy families. When tragedy looms, Jeremy forms a secret friendship with the little baby Snoogle-Fleejer, a gentle sea creature that helps him and his mother. The story is illustrated by Amy Carter's vibrant and watercolor-like drawings.
In this book, Jimmy Carter reminisces about his Christmas experiences growing up in Plains, Georgia. He recalls the simplicity of family and community gift-giving, his father’s eggnog, children’s house decorations, school Nativity pageants, and the poignancy of his black neighbors’ poverty. The book also covers his Christmases during his time at Annapolis, his Navy years, and his presidency, including a unique Christmas at Camp David in 1980. Carter’s narrative is a heartfelt and nostalgic look at his lifelong Christmas traditions and the values that have shaped his life.
In this book, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter share their experiences and insights on adjusting to life after the presidency. They discuss their marriage, health issues, and their extensive work with organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and the Carter Center. The book offers practical and inspiring views on how individuals can make the most of their later years.
The 39th president spoke with Terry Gross in 1995, 2001 and 2005 about poetry, Sept. 11 and his concerns about how intertwined politics and religion had become. Carter died on Dec. 29 at age 100. Today is his funeral.
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