My Years as Prime Minister by Jean Chrétien
A Candid Look at Power, Politics, and Leadership in Canada
My Years as Prime Minister is the compelling political memoir of Jean Chrétien, Canada’s 20th Prime Minister and one of the nation’s most enduring political figures. In this follow-up to Straight from the Heart, Chrétien reflects on his decade in office (1993–2003), offering insider accounts of cabinet decisions, global diplomacy, and domestic challenges, from the 1995 Quebec referendum to economic reform and international crises.
Written with the same humour, clarity, and candour that defined his leadership style, this book is more than just a memoir it's a portrait of Canadian democracy in action.
Book Bundle
Perfect for fans of A Promised Land by Barack Obama, Hard Choices by Hillary Clinton, and Memoirs by Pierre Trudeau ideal for readers interested in Canadian history, political leadership, and global affairs.
Why My Years as Prime Minister is a Must-Read:
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First-hand perspective from a leader who shaped modern Canada.
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Honest reflections on power, policy, and political survival.
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Rich insights into global diplomacy, from APEC to the Iraq War.
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Personal anecdotes that humanize the high-stakes world of government.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"You cannot govern well unless you have the people with you and to have them, you must speak their language."
Translation (Sinhala):
"ජනතාව ඔබ එක්ක නොමැතිනම්, ඔබ හොඳින් ආණ්ඩු කරන්න බැහැ ඒ සඳහා ඔවුන්ගේ භාෂාවෙන් කතා කළ යුතුය."
Translation (Tamil):
"மக்களைப் பெற்றிருக்காமல் நன்றாக ஆட்சி செய்ய முடியாது அவர்களது மொழியில் பேச வேண்டும்."
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About the Book
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Title: My Years as Prime Minister
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Author: Jean Chrétien
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ISBN: 9780676976441
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Publisher: Vintage Canada
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Published Year: 2009 (Paperback Edition)
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Number of Pages: ~320 Pages
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Genre: Political Memoir / Canadian History / Non-Fiction
