Intro:
Former President Donald J. Trump’s latest book, Save America, promises a bold vision for the country’s future but delivers little more than a collection of gathered quickly photos and uninspired remarks. It was released on Sep 24, Priced at $99, and serves as both a backward look at his first term as the 45th President of the United States and a blueprint for his thoughts on future leadership.
The central message focuses on recovering America’s prominence by prioritizing national interests, reinforcing security, and fostering unity among citizens. this third installment lacks the charm and consistency of Trump’s earlier works, leaving readers questioning its purpose and quality.
A Patchwork of Photos and Recycled Captions
Instead of offering fresh insights, Save America recycles unused photos from Trump’s previous books. The minimal captions often fail to engage, while instances of repeated text—such as identical captions on pages 48 and 49—further emphasize the book’s rushed design.
Key Issues in Design:
- Low word-to-photo ratio: There are few words to go with the many images. leaving little room for meaningful narrative.
- Repetition of content: Several photos appear nearby, creating an unpolished feel.
- Lazy layout: Overall, the design is not sufficiently stylish for such a high price.
Photographers Are Valued, but Little Else
One notable improvement over Trump’s previous book, Our Journey Together, is the inclusion of photo credits on each page. This small gesture acknowledges the photographers’ contributions, responding to earlier complaints about insufficient recognition. However, this improvement does little to mask the book’s overall lack of substance.
Humor and Wit Are a Thing of the Past
Trump’s trademark humor and sharply phrased critiques, once central to his persona, seem to have dulled in Save America. The book’s jabs at political adversaries like Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger lack originality, leaving readers longing for the ferocious diction of his previous works.
Missed Moments of Impact:
- A section comparing America to a “dumping ground” for society’s outcasts fails to evoke the intended drama or humor.
- A clumsy reference to Hannibal Lecter from Silence of the Lambs adds confusion rather than insight.
Interesting stories, poorly presented.
Despite its flaws, Save America does offer glimpses into Trump’s relationships with world leaders. However, These stories frequently fall flat because of a lack of depth and clarity.
Highlights (and Lowlights):
- Trump fondly remembers Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, calling him one of his “closest friends.” However, the narrative fails to explore the importance of Abe’s 2022 assassination.
- Trump’s strained yet frequent interactions with Kim Jong-un are summarized without exploring their broader implications.
- The strange claim that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is Fidel Castro’s love child adds to the book’s sensationalism but detracts from its credibility.
A Golf-Centric Focus
One of the book’s most substantial sections is a 15-page tribute to Trump’s golfing life. This portion includes photos of Trump in a golf cart, swinging clubs, and mingling with pros—offering little beyond a shiny portrayal of his leisure time. Surprisingly, this section is longer than the account of a supposed assassination attempt, which is given only brief attention.
