Includes a new epilogue narrated by the author exclusively for the audiobook edition. What would it be like to sit down for an impassioned, entertaining conversation with Hillary Clinton? In Something Lost, Something Gained , Hillary offers her candid views on life and love, politics, liberty, democracy, the threats we face, and the future within our reach.

She describes the strength she draws from her deepest friendships, her Methodist faith, and the nearly fifty years she’s been married to President Bill Clinton—all with the wisdom that comes from looking back on a full life with fresh eyes. She takes us along as she returns to the classroom as a college professor, enjoys the bonds inside the exclusive club of former First Ladies, moves past her dream of being president, and dives into new activism for women and democracy. From canoeing with an ex-Nazi trying to deprogram white supremacists to sweltering with salt farmers in the desert trying to adapt to the climate crisis in India, Hillary brings us to the front lines of our biggest challenges.

For the first time, Hillary shares the story of her operation to evacuate Afghan women to safety in the harrowing final days of America’s longest war. But we also meet the brave women dissidents defying dictators around the world, gain new personal insights about her old adversary Vladimir Putin, and learn the best ways that worried parents can protect kids from toxic technology. We also hear her fervent and persuasive warning to all American voters.

In the end, Something Lost, Something Gained is a testament to the idea that the personal is political, and the political is personal, providing a blueprint for what each of us can do to make our lives better. Hillary has “looked at life from both sides now.” In these pages, she shares the latest chapter of her inspiring life and shows us how to age with grace and keep moving forward, with grit, joy, purpose, and a sense of humor.

In "Something Lost, Something Gained," the author delves into the rich tapestry of human existence through the universal themes of life, love, and liberty. This evocative collection invites readers to explore their inner worlds and challenges them to seek deeper meaning beyond the everyday. Filled with poignant anecdotes, the book encourages a reflective journey, urging one to grapple with the very essence of what it means to navigate the complex world of relationships and self-discovery.

The pages brim with wisdom drawn from personal experiences and historical insights, seamlessly weaving narratives that resonate with the soul's yearning for understanding and freedom.

Life's true essence often emerges from experiencing and overcoming profound loss and growth. Understanding love requires embracing vulnerability and the courage to love oneself and others fully. True liberty is found not in external circumstances but in the freedom of the mind and spirit.

This book journeys into the heart of what it means to live fully exploring the stormy seas of emotional loss and the sunlight of newfound gains. With each turn of the page readers are taken through poignant narratives and insightful reflections that illuminate the human condition. Life's unpredictable pathways often lead to unforeseen destinations; the author masterfully captures these moments with grace and wisdom.

Through personal anecdotes and thought-provoking insights readers are offered a mirror to inspect their own journeys challenging assumptions and redefining beliefs. The exploration of love within these pages transcends the clichéd and superficial bravely delving into its complexities and beauties. Readers are encouraged to confront their vulnerabilities understanding that real connection lies beyond the surface.

Liberty a core pillar in the narrative is portrayed as a personal and intimate experience. The text challenges readers to find freedom within their constraints seeing liberty not as something granted but as a state of being that can be cultivated. The symbiotic relationship between loss and gain is explored with both compassion and frankness.

The book underscores the idea that life’s challenges and rewards are intertwined and through adversity a richer more meaningful existence can be discovered.

The book offers a lyrical exploration of philosophical themes engaging readers with profound insights and accessible prose making heavy concepts relatable and understandable Personal stories are seamlessly interwoven with historical and cultural insights providing a tapestry of narratives that resonate uniquely with diverse backgrounds and perspectives Its introspective nature encourages readers to embark on their personal journeys of self-discovery fostering a deeper appreciation for life's interconnectedness and the pursuit of peace.