Evita: In My Own Words

This is easily one of the best editions of this autobiography with an excellent introduction to the text that traces the rediscovery, provides information about the political climate, and seems to stay true to the original translation/

I have read much about Evita and also visited Argentina in search of the real person. She still is an enigma to me, part Mother Teresa,selfisness, part not with the program. She had an somewhat misguided attachment to Juan Peron that could have been honest admiration or self serving mechanism for her desire for immortality and rising above her humble beginnings. The writings in this book do not sound like they are from a completely mentally healthy iondividual and ramble to the point of distraction. I have no concrete idea of what she was trying to say and I think her lack of education had much to do with her not being able to articulate her thoughts into cohesive prose. When I read of all she did for the poor people, it is hard to really find where all the money came from. How much coercion was needed to fund all of her projects? I guess I will continue to wonder and read about her, especially material written by those really close to her.

Yes, THAT Evita. Eva Peron. From Argentina. Yes, it IS for you. Yes, she HAS been dead for fifty years. But in 1952 she wrote a book, "Mi Mensaje (My Message)." She knew her days were numbered, so she used those days for writing, and she left a message for the living. That's you. It's a view from inside the head of a charismatic leader, the most powerful woman on earth. It's highly personal, highly political, and highly emotional. For reasons you can guess, in this, her last book, she saw no need to be politically correct--and it isn't. Without mentioning any names, she says exactly what she thinks about people, power, the Church, and the military. And precisely because she doesn't mention names, these views of hers are still relevant today. This Message also requests a response: it is a call to action--yours. "My Message" has been a long time coming. Too dangerous for the political climate of 1952, it has only recently seen the light of day--and even more recently translated into English, under the title "In My Own Words." It's a message for you from the real Evita.

Purchased as Christmas gift and book is in great condition!

The actual book is just 49 pages, with pictures and documents in more than half the book. That being said, it was great reading. I purchased a used hardback version which was cheap and I can pass on to a family member.

Great inspiration

Cool book gives you a sense of Evita

Good short history in introduction. Although some doubt cast about the authenticity, it is still very insightful of Evita's last and final thoughts and feelings and enlightening about her character and personality added to her previous work My Message aka Evita by Evita.

Thoroughly. Enjoyed

Great product and price. Arrived as expected

Just great A++++

Interesting to read

Easy read