My Life (Meir autobiography)
| Company type | Memoir / Autobiography |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | 1973 |
| Products | Book |
My Life is the memoir of Golda Meir, Israel's first woman to serve as Prime Minister. Originally issued by Weidenfeld & Nicolson under the title A Land of Our Own, it was subsequently published in 1975 by G. P. Putnam's Sons. The initial German edition was released in 1973 by Scherz Verlag, based in Bern.
Reception
This work achieved status as a New York Times best-seller. Its name carries a dual meaning, representing both a personal biography and a cherished Jewish expression of affection. According to Kirkus Reviews, the book is "candid and deeply insightful," emphasizing Meir's pragmatic idealism and her dedication to applying socialist ideals in daily life. The account merges significant political milestones with compelling narrative elements, distinguishing it as an exceptional autobiography and widely appreciated reading.
Contents
List of illustrations ix
- 1. My childhood (1)
- 2. A political adolescence (16)
- 3. I choose Palestine (36)
- 4. The start of a new life (56)
- 5. Pioneers and problems (77)
- 6. 'We shall fight Hitler' (103)
- 7. The struggle against the British (131)
- 8. We have our state (164)
- 9. Minister to Moscow (201)
- 10. The right to exist (234)
- 11. African and other friendships (263)
- 12. We are alone (291)
- 13. The prime minister (318)
- 14. The Yom Kippur War (353)
- 15. The end of the road (382)
Index (391)