Build a happy home for children

Author: (American) Hillary Clinton; translated by Lü Lirong
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: During her time as First Lady of the United States, Hillary Clinton actively engaged in child protection and investigations into the living conditions of children, which formed the basis for her book Building a Happy Home for Children. The publication of the book immediately sparked strong and climbed the New York Times bestseller list, earning her a Grammy Award.
Author's Note: "Chelsea's birth changed our lives, bringing us immense joy and a sense of humility. Gradually, I discovered an eternal truth: becoming a parent gives you a strength to redefine every aspect of life. These fragile, helpless little ones who our lives help us see our true selves—their who we are, who we are not, and who we hope to be."
"This is not an autobiography—thank goodness it's not time for that yet! It's not a textbook or an encyclopedia either—that was never the intention. This is a statement of personal insights, the reflections that came after continuous deep thought about children. Whether you agree or not, I hope it can foster an honest dialogue between us."
"More than anything, this book reflects my love for children, but the most important thing is what I've learned from my daughter, her friends, and children around the world—about their needs, what they find, and their perspectives on the world. This book is the lesson they've taught us, a valuable one: we are all children of the village."
"After writing a passage, I would look out the window of the White House in Washington, D.C., seeing both beauty and filth, hope and despair. These contradictions struck me, reminding me of my own children and all our children. My concern for them has grown day by day, but I must emphasize that my confidence in their future has also grown stronger."