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The Kennedy family mystique has given rise to a mountain of print, from tabloid exposes to serious works of history. But - as Rose Kennedy herself notes - this beautifully written and charmingly intimate memoir, originally published in 1974, is the only book about the Kennedys to be authored by a Kennedy. Her intention in writing it, beyond setting the record straight, was to create a vivid and lasting chronicle of eight momentous decades, of the fascinating and influential people who passed through her family's lives and the events - large and small - that shaped their worlds. In Times to Remember, Rose Kennedy relates her upbringing as the descendant of Irish immigrants and the daughter of a prominent Boston politician. A spirited, courageous woman who raised nine children while supporting her husband's ventures into film, finance, and politics, she describes the great successes and tragedies of her life: the sources of her strength and the importance of her faith. With equal grace and immediacy, she tells of Election Day, 1960, tensely waiting with Jack at Hyannis Port for returns to come in; and of the weekend in 1939 that she and Joe spent at Windsor Castle as the guests of Queen Elizabeth II. "I have known the joys and sorrows of a full life," Rose Kennedy says, and this book is rich testament to that life.
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Martin Sladek
reviewed Times to remember on January 12, 2015
Times to remember
I've always admired the Kennedys. Much like the British Royal Family, the Kennedys combine a tradition of service to their country with glamour, tragedy, and limitless wealth. So, naturally, I have a great deal of respect for and interest in Rose Kennedy who is by all accounts a truly remarkable woman.
However, thanks to innumerable books on the Kennedy family and countless People Magazine covers, even the most casual observer knows the Kennedy saga has its glorious triumphs as well as its scandalous lows. So, it's almost humorous to read Rose's genteel take on her husband's "friendship" with Gloria Swanson or Ted's "unpleasantness" at Chappaquiddick. Rose occasionally comes across as a bit ridiculous and is often unintentionally hilarious, for no matter what sadness has befallen her or her family she never forgets to observe the proprieties. Nor does she ever miss the chance to, repeatedly, remind others to do so! Mary Worth has nothing on this lady!
Ultimately, in the guise of author I likened Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy to an old movie star like Joan Crawford or Lana Turner. Whenever one of those ladies made a film, they made best friends with the lighting guys, insisted on certain hairdressers, make-up artists and dress designers. The public wasn't going to see them looking less than their best. And, in 'Times to Remember' the public sees Rose and her family looking their absolute best. After all, appearences matter.
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