Melania : a memoir / [Melania Trump].

By:

Trump, Melania, 1970- [author.]

Material type: Text

TextPublisher: [New York] : Skyhorse Publishing, [2024]Description: vii, 184 pages, 64 unnumbered pages of plates : photographs, portraits ; 24 cmContent type:

text
still image

Media type:

unmediated

Carrier type:

volume

ISBN:

9781510782693
1510782699

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Genre/Form:

DDC classification:

973.933092 [B]

Contents:

USA -- The win -- April 26, 1970 -- Lights, camera, model -- "Hi, I'm Donald Trump" -- All business -- It is official -- Why was the speech not vetted? -- On my way -- My husband, the president -- In the White House -- Welcome to the White House -- Be best -- Going global -- Moments of crisis -- 2020 -- Fostering the future -- "Good luck and be safe".

Summary: "In her memoir, Melania reflects on her Slovenian childhood, the pivotal moments that led her to the world of high fashion in Europe and New York, and the serendipitous meeting with Donald Trump, a chance encounter that forever changed the course of her life. Melania opens up about their courtship, life in the spotlight, and experiencing the joy of motherhood. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in the White House, shedding light on her advocacy work and the causes close to her heart. Melania offers an unprecedented look into her time as a First Lady who was born outside the United States--a role she embraced with honor and dedication. It brings readers into her world and presents an in-depth account of a woman who has led a remarkable life on her own terms. Melania Trump's story is one of resilience and independence, showcasing her strength and unwavering commitment to her true self." -- Skyhorse Publishing.

List(s) this item appears in: New Adult Nonfiction

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Holdings
Item type	Current library	Collection	Shelving location	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode	Item holds
Adult Book	Phillipsburg Free Public Library	Adult Non-Fiction	New Books	973.933092 TRU	Checked out	07/19/2025	36748002619171

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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Melania is a compelling and inspirational memoir that offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who has navigated challenges with grace and determination.

In her memoir, Melania reflects on her Slovenian childhood, the pivotal moments that led her to the world of high fashion in Europe and New York, and the serendipitous meeting with Donald Trump, a chance encounter that forever changed the course of her life. Melania opens up about their courtship, life in the spotlight, and experiencing the joy of motherhood. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in the White House, shedding light on her advocacy work and the causes close to her heart.

Melania offers an unprecedented look into her time as a First Lady who was born outside the United States -- a role she embraced with honor and dedication. It brings readers into her world and presents an in-depth account of a woman who has led a remarkable life on her own terms.

Melania Trump's story is one of resilience and independence, showcasing her strength and unwavering commitment to her true self.

"In her memoir, Melania reflects on her Slovenian childhood, the pivotal moments that led her to the world of high fashion in Europe and New York, and the serendipitous meeting with Donald Trump, a chance encounter that forever changed the course of her life. Melania opens up about their courtship, life in the spotlight, and experiencing the joy of motherhood. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in the White House, shedding light on her advocacy work and the causes close to her heart. Melania offers an unprecedented look into her time as a First Lady who was born outside the United States--a role she embraced with honor and dedication. It brings readers into her world and presents an in-depth account of a woman who has led a remarkable life on her own terms. Melania Trump's story is one of resilience and independence, showcasing her strength and unwavering commitment to her true self." -- Skyhorse Publishing.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

Author's Note (vii)
Chapter 1 USA (1)
Chapter 2 The Win (5)
Chapter 3 April 26, 1970 (10)
Chapter 4 Lights, Camera, Model (21)
Chapter 5 "Hi, I'm Donald Trump." (35)
Chapter 6 All Business (58)
Chapter 7 It Is Official (63)
Chapter 8 Why Was the Speech Not Vetted?
Chapter 9 On My Way (76)
Chapter 10 My Husband, the President (82)
Chapter 11 In the White House (88)
Chapter 12 Welcome to the White House (1)
Chapter 13 Be Best (106)
Chapter 14 Going Global (115)
Chapter 15 Moments of Crisis (136)
Chapter 16 2020 (146)
Chapter 17 Fostering the Future (166)
Chapter 18 "Good Luck and Be Safe" (178)
Photo Credits (184)

Reviews provided by Syndetics

Booklist Review

Melania Trump's autobiography reflects what we've seen of the former First Lady so far. She tells you what she wants you to know and no more. She does address some of the more controversial issues that have surrounded her and her family, including what some called her plagiarized convention speech, the "I don't care" jacket, and the denuded White House rose garden. Barron is not autistic, Trump writes, not that there's anything wrong with that. Some excuses ring less than true: for instance, she didn't denounce the January 6th violence because she was busy working on an archival book. But much of this, especially the coverage of her younger life, is just a recitation in glowing terms. She is a perfectionist; apparently she was a top model, and she remains a dedicated family woman. The narrative is oddly stilted and flowery at the same time, and though there is an abundance of photos, they are not always crisp. Trump ends with a pro-choice declaration and recounts her horror at the assassination attempt against her husband. Although readers will learn more than they knew before, Melania remains enigmatic.

Kirkus Book Review

A carefully curated personal portrait. First ladies' roles have evolved significantly in recent decades. Their memoirs typically reflect a spectrum of ambition and interests, offering insights into their values and personal lives. Melania Trump, however, stands out as exceptionally private and elusive. Her ultra-lean account attempts to shed light on her public duties, initiatives, and causes as first lady, and it defends certain actions like her controversial "I REALLY DON'T CARE, DO U?" jacket. The statement was directed at the media, not the border situation, she claims. Yet the book provides scant detail about her personal orbit or day-to-day interactions. The memoir opens with her well-known Slovenian origin story, successful modeling career, and whirlwind romance with Donald Trump, culminating in their 2005 marriage, followed by a snapshot of Election Day 2016: "Each time we were together that day, I was impressed by his calm.…This man is remarkably confident under pressure." Once in the White House, Melania Trump describes her functions and numerous public events at home and abroad, which she asserts were more accomplished than media representations suggested. However, she rarely shares any personal interactions beyond close family ties, notably her affection for her son, Barron, and her sister, Ines. And of course she lavishes praise on her husband. Minimal anecdotes about White House or cabinet staff are included, and she carefully defuses her rumored tensions with Trump's adult children, blandly stating, "While we may share the same last name, each of us is distinct with our own aspirations and paths to follow." Although Melania's desire to support causes related to children's and women's welfare feels authentic, the overall tenor of her memoir seems aimed at painting a glimmering portrait of her husband and her role, likely with an eye toward the forthcoming election. A slick, vacuous glimpse into the former first lady's White House years. Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.