Time Present, Time Past: A Memoir

by Bill Bradley

A superb memoir that concludes with an exciting vision of what this country can be, Time Present, Time Past recounts a classic American journey. Former New Jersey Senator Bill Bradley speaks with affection about his small-town upbringing, traces the road he took through professional sports to public service, and vividly brings to life the world of a U.S. senator.

Genres: Politics, Biography, Nonfiction, Memoir, Biography Memoir, History, American History

442 pages, Hardcover

First published January 16, 1996

Reviews

[Larry Lindsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I first read TIME PRESENT, TIME PAST in 2000. Since Bill Bradley was kind enough to provide a positive blurb for the cover of my book I decided to reread his memoir earlier this year. It's much more than a "quick read," something I believe it was never intended to be, and I found it to be even more thought provoking the second time around and at times amazingly prophetic. Having graduated a year behind Senator Bradley at Princeton I was well aware of his dedication and honesty. His book, a well-thought out examination of many of this county's traditions, should be required reading for anyone who is thinking about entering politics. Rereading it reinforced my long held belief that "Preacher" Bill should have been president.

[Nathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

You won't sleep on Bill Bradley. One of the best books about politics by a politician. He is very genuine.

[Kelly Holmes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bill Bradley made me care about the kind of leaders we elect to run this country.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! What a thoughtful, substantive memoir. Not a quick read, but well worth the effort. Anyone considering running for public office should use this as their primer, although the political landscape may have changed drastically since this was written 20 years ago.

[Jeff Youngstrom]

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