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Vice President George Bush offers a revealing, anecdotal, and humorous portrait of his private and public life and provides in-depth analyses of governmental practices and institutions
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From Publishers Weekly
An early salvo in the vice-president's campaign for the White House in 1988, this is a standard candidate's biography but livelier than others because Bush has held such a variety of important positions. As a young man from Connecticut and a former Navy pilot in World War II, he went to Texas and made a fortune in the oil fields. After serving in the House of Representatives and two failed attempts at the U.S. Senate, he served as U.S. representative to the United Nations, chairman of the Republican National Committee (steering the party through the Watergate scandal), envoy to China in the last years of Chairman Mao and head of the CIA. Bush writes about his seven years as vice-president, stressing his belief that the prime requisite of the number-two spot is loyalty, and concludes by emphasizing his political conservatism. Photos not seen by PW.
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From Library Journal
Although Vice President Bush had planned to write this autobiography for several years, the timing of its release and its fluffy content make it typical of the campaign biographies of potential presidential candidates. However, this book may be recommended for its insights into Chinese culture and outline of Bush's notable career. Highlights, which include being a decorated World War II fighter pilot, receiving his Yale degree Phi Beta Kappa, making a fortune in the Texas oil industry, serving as a congressman from Texas, and being appointed ambassador to China and head of the CIA, are recounted in a modest but two-dimensional fashion. Recommended for current affairs collections or for libraries desiring pop political biographies. Karl Helicher, Wolfsohn Memorial Lib., King of Prussia, Pa.
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- PublisherDoubleday
- Publication date1987
- ISBN 10 0385244371
- ISBN 13 9780385244374
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages270
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Cloth. Condition: Very good. Dust Jacket Condition: near fine. First edition of Looking Forward, signed by President George H.W. Bush on the dust jacket cover. (illustrator). First Edition. Octavo, xii, 270pp. Gilt title on spine and signature on cover. Red cloth binding. Stated "first edition" on copyright page. Light foxing along top edge of text block. Office of George Bush plate affixed to front endpaper, Dust jacket with $18.95 on front flap, light shelf wear. Book is signed by President George H.W. Bush on the front of the dust jacket. A unique signed copy. Looking Forward was written by Vice President Bush before he embarked on his successful campaign for President in 1988. Looking Forward covers his career from a navy pilot during WWII, through his years as Ambassador to China, Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Director of the C.I.A. and finally to the 1980 presidential race. George Bush would serve as the Vice President for Ronald Reagan from 1981-1989 and one term as President from 1989-1993. Seller Inventory # 13906
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Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: fine. Inscribed first edition of Looking Forward by George H.W. Bush. (illustrator). First Edition. Octavo, xii, 270pp. Red cloth, title in gilt on spine, signature in gilt on front panel. Stated "first edition" on copyright page. Publishers first edition dust jacket, fine condition, with $18.95 on front flap, bright illustrations. Book is inscribed by then Vice President George Bush to Bob Boilard, a long-time friend and fishing partner in Maine. Inscription reads: "Sept. 1987. Kennebunkport, Maine. To Bob Boilard, Here's a glimpse into my past - not enough emphasis though on the joy of fishing for the "Blues" - With friendship and love from all Bushes as I leave Kennebunkport today to "Look Forward" - George Bush." Bush would announce his candidacy for President of the United States in October, 1987. Bob Boilard was a longtime friend and fishing partner of President George H.W. Bush. Mr. Boilard wrote that he never spoke about politics with President Bush, but kept topics to family, friends, fishing and Maine. In a letter to Bob Boilard featured in "All The Best, George Bush" dated 2/24/88, Vice President Bush says "Bob, I'm going to win, but Ill promise you one thing - it won't affect our fishing together. Life is about friends and values. You are my friend. Keep your fingers crossed. George Bush.". Seller Inventory # 1443
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Cloth. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: near fine. Limited edition of Looking Forward by George Bush, the scarce signed trade edition. (illustrator). First Edition / Limited Edition. Octavo, xii, 270pp. Gilt title on spine and signature on cover. Maroon cloth bindings. Stated "first edition" on copyright page. Dust jacket in near fine condition, with $18.95 on front flap, light edge wear at top edge of spine. Book is inscribed on limitation page, which reads: "This signed edition of Looking Forward has been specially produced for friends of the author and the publisher. George Bush." There are no records of this unique limited edition coming to market in the past. An excellent copy honoring the late President George H.W. Bush. Looking Forward was written by Vice President Bush before he embarked on his successful campaign for President in 1988. Looking Forward covers his career, from a navy pilot during WWII, through his years as Ambassador to China, Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Director of the C.I.A. and finally to the 1980 presidential race. George Bush would serve as the Vice President for Ronald Reagan from 1981-1989 and one term as President from 1989-1993. Seller Inventory # 1211
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Full leather. Condition: Fine. Signed limited edition of Looking Forward: An Autobiography by Vice President George H.W. Bush. (illustrator). Limited Edition. Octavo, 270pp. Blue morocco, gilt lettering on spine and cover. All gilt edges. Illustrated endpapers. Sewn-in silk bookmark. Matching blue leather slipcase, fine. Signed limited edition of 250 copies, signed by Vice President George H.W. Bush in 1987. This is number 34 of 250 signed copies. Looking Forward was written by Vice President Bush before he embarked on his successful campaign for President in 1988. Looking Forward covers his career, from a navy pilot during WWII, through his years as Ambassador to China, Chairman of the Republican National Committee, Director of the C.I.A. and finally to the 1980 presidential race. George Bush would serve as the Vice President for Ronald Reagan from 1981-1989 and one term as President from 1989-1993. Seller Inventory # 677
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