August 2010

 

 

Book-Signing with Secretary Madeleine Albright
August 3, 2010  5pm
Ann Korologos Gallery, Basalt, CO

 “It would never have happened if not for Saddam Hussein.  When U.S. ambassador to the United Nations Madeleine Albright criticized the dictator, his poet in residence responded by calling her "an unparalleled serpent." Shortly thereafter, while preparing to meet with Iraqi officials, Albright pondered: What to wear? She decided to make a diplomatic statement by choosing a snake pin. Although her method of communication was new, her message was as old as the American Revolution—Don't Tread on Me.

From that day forward, pins became part of Albright's diplomatic signature. International leaders were pleased to see her with a shimmering sun on her jacket or a cheerful ladybug; less so with a crab or a menacing wasp. Albright used pins to emphasize the importance of a negotiation, signify high hopes, protest the absence of progress, and show pride in representing America, among other purposes.”

- Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat’s Jewel Box (HarperCollins, 2009)

Secretary Albright is known for wearing pins as a means of communication and expression. She quickly learned the significance of using jewelry as a symbol, whether to enhance her negotiating position, express her pride in country and office, or as a message to friend or adversary.  Her collection of more than 200 pieces is as varied as her own taste: from costume jewelry to designer creations to family heirlooms - all with a story, all with a history.  “Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection,” is currently on display in the Smithsonian Institution Castle in Washington, DC through October 17.
 
Book Signing August 3, 5pm

Secretary Albright will sign copies of her book, Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat’s Jewel Box at the Ann Korologos Gallery in Basalt on August 3rd from 5 to 7pm.  She will also share some of her experiences during the event. Due to extremely limited space, we recommend you arrive at the beginning of the event.  

Ann Korologos Gallery is located at 211 Midland Avenue in the heart of Basalt at the former Town Center Booksellers. Please call (970) 927-9668 for more information or to reserve your book.

 

Madeleine K. Albright Biography

Madeleine K. Albright is Chair of Albright Stonebridge Group, a global strategy firm, and Chair of Albright Capital Management LLC, an investment advisory firm focused on emerging markets. Dr. Albright was the 64th Secretary of State of the United States.

In 1997, she was named the first female Secretary of State and became, at that time, the highest ranking woman in the history of the U.S. government. As Secretary of State, Dr. Albright reinforced America’s alliances, advocated for democracy and human rights, and promoted American trade, business, labor, and environmental standards abroad. From 1993 to 1997, Dr. Albright served as the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations and was a member of the President’s Cabinet. From 1989 to 1992, she served as President of the Center for National Policy. Previously, she was a member of President Jimmy Carter’s National Security Council and White House staff and served as Chief Legislative Assistant to U.S. Senator Edmund S. Muskie. 

Dr. Albright is a Professor in the Practice of Diplomacy at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. She chairs both the National Democratic Institute for International Affairs and the Pew Global Attitudes Project and serves as president of the Truman Scholarship Foundation. Dr. Albright serves on the Boards of the Council on Foreign Relations, the Aspen Institute and the Center for a New American Security. In 2009, Dr. Albright was asked by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen to Chair a Group of Experts focused on developing NATO’s New Strategic Concept.

Dr. Albright is the author of four New York Times bestsellers: her autobiography, Madam Secretary: A Memoir, (2003); The Mighty and the Almighty: Reflections on America, God, and World Affairs (2006); Memo to the President: How We Can Restore America's Reputation and Leadership (2008); and Read My Pins: Stories from a Diplomat’s Jewel Box (2009).

Dr. Albright received a B.A. with Honors from Wellesley College, and Master’s and Doctorate degrees from Columbia University’s Department of Public Law and Government, as well as a Certificate from its Russian Institute.