My stories, my times. Volume 2

Chrétien, Jean 1934- (author.). Fischman, Sheila, (translator.). Winkler, Donald, (translator.).

Summary: "Following on the heels of his bestselling collection of political reminiscences, My Stories, My Times, former Canadian prime minister still has a few things on his mind. With anecdotes and reflections both serious and humorous, this collection is a unique window on our country from one of its greatest statesmen and partriots. Politics has been Jean Chrétien's life. He is respected by leaders from Canada and around the world, but blessed with the common touch that contributed to his impressive political longevity and vigour. This collection of essays features his trademark candour and ever-sharp political acumen, with plenty of wit to accompany the wisdom. With a delightful randomness, he remembers events and personalities that shaped our nation in a multitude of ways, as well as offering his views on international current events, including Canada-China relations, Brexit and more."--

Record details

ISBN: 1039000991
ISBN: 9781039000995
Physical Description: 1 online resource.
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Publisher: Toronto : Random House Canada, 2021.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

|Foreward by Joe Clark -- Preface -- An unsung hero -- Because butter is butter -- The four pillars of finance -- Tony Blair and the war in Iraq -- My rock of Gibraltar -- NATO: From summit to summit -- Do your duty! -- Newfoundland: A great diplomatic victory -- The Guibord affair -- The Order of Merit, and singing for the Royal family -- "The monarchist from Quebec" -- In defense of free trade -- "Alternative facts" of history -- Democracy: The worst form of government, except for all the others -- The Russians who made me smile -- An impromptu swim in Northern Siberia -- Trump and the Russians -- A forgotten story from 9/11 -- Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern development -- National parks: A proud legacy -- "Do you eat beef, Chancellor?" -- From trans-Canada airlines to Air Canada -- My friend Yvon -- Speed, the police, and Acadians -- General de Gaulle -- Religion and politics: An age-old debate -- Why I'm a francophone federalist -- In the footsteps of my grandfather François Chrétien -- Life after politics -- An inspiring trip to Europe -- July 23, 1967: The day it all changed -- The longest summer of my life -- A long-lasting legend -- My mentor, Mitchell Sharp -- A memorable vacation in Mexico -- Pierre Elliott Trudeau and me -- An unforgettable day with the Clintons -- Aiming at the wrong target -- On the need for art in life -- Allan J. MacEachen, a political giant -- Humour as a political weapon -- Memories from major international conferences -- Our official languages and me -- The judiciary: Long live the Canadian system! -- Canada, the envy of the world -- Potpourri -- Lord Conrad Black -- Some little-known important decisions -- Political foes and friends -- Conclusion -- Appendix- A toast by Monsieur Jacques Chirac -- Acknowledgements -- Photo credits.

Language Note:

Translated from the original French.