Deus ex machina : a memoir / by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

By:

Arroyo, Gloria Macapagal [author]

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Intramuros, Manila, Philippines : Manila Bullettin Publishing Corporation, c2022.Description: 216 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cmISBN:

9786219663519

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LOC classification:

DS 686.6 .D48 2022

Summary: "Deus Ex Machina: A Memoir" by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is the personal account of the 14th President of the Philippines, offering insights into her life, political career, and the challenges she faced while leading the country. The memoir covers key moments in her presidency, from her rise to power following the 2001 People Power Revolution to navigating political turmoil, economic struggles, and natural disasters. Arroyo recounts pivotal events during her administration, including the efforts to stabilize the economy, promote infrastructure development, and address social issues. She also reflects on the controversies surrounding her presidency, including the issues of corruption and the 2007 wiretapping scandal. The title, "Deus Ex Machina," refers to the dramatic way she entered the presidency, akin to a "god from the machine" — a force that emerged unexpectedly and played a significant role in the political landscape. The memoir provides a mix of personal anecdotes, political insights, and reflections on her leadership, offering readers a unique perspective on the complexities of governance and her journey as one of the most powerful women in Philippine history.

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Materials specified	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	NU Clark Reference	Reference	REF DS 686.6 .D48 2022 (Browse shelf(Opens below))		Available		NUCLA000001003

"Deus Ex Machina: A Memoir" by Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is the personal account of the 14th President of the Philippines, offering insights into her life, political career, and the challenges she faced while leading the country. The memoir covers key moments in her presidency, from her rise to power following the 2001 People Power Revolution to navigating political turmoil, economic struggles, and natural disasters.

Arroyo recounts pivotal events during her administration, including the efforts to stabilize the economy, promote infrastructure development, and address social issues. She also reflects on the controversies surrounding her presidency, including the issues of corruption and the 2007 wiretapping scandal. The title, "Deus Ex Machina," refers to the dramatic way she entered the presidency, akin to a "god from the machine" — a force that emerged unexpectedly and played a significant role in the political landscape.

The memoir provides a mix of personal anecdotes, political insights, and reflections on her leadership, offering readers a unique perspective on the complexities of governance and her journey as one of the most powerful women in Philippine history.

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