Spoken from the Heart

autobiography by Bush

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Spoken from the Heart is the 2010 autobiography of Laura Bush, wife of the 43rd U.S. president, George W. Bush. The book details her life, from her childhood in Midland, Texas, through her career as an educator and librarian, to her time as first lady.1

In Spoken from the Heart, Laura Bush discusses her role in public life, her advocacy for literacy, and her efforts to support her husband's presidency. She also addresses personal experiences, including a car accident in her youth and the challenges of life in the public eye. The autobiography offers insights into her perspective on key events and her personal reflections on her family and public service.1

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