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Reviews: What People Are Saying
READ IT FOR CHAPTER 10, THE LAST CHAPTER
The last chapter, The Trump Movement, is the most significant part of the book for me because it aptly describes the Trump legacy, his movement. Most of the media and leadership of the Republican party still do not understand the Trump Movement.
The author makes it clear that Trump has a deep connection to ordinary Americans. Rush Limbaugh said shortly before he died, "Nobody will ever be able to separate Trump from his supporters."
I enjoyed the author’s writing style. The author pays keen attention to details about the Trump movement and other aspects of Trump's personality that is lost on most others. If Trump announces his candidacy for 2024, I hope you will write about his road back.
John S., Knoxville, TN (August 2022)
A Picture of a Man Who Uses the Word ‘Beautiful’ More than ‘Fake News’…
Donald Trump has been called many things, from Orange Man to the greatest president since Reagan. I was surprised to hear the author describe him as elegant. In this beautifully produced book that sits proudly on my coffee table, she makes her point convincingly.
The author credits Trump’s aesthetic to his career as a builder, where he focused on creating well-known architectural icons like Trump Tower in New York, the latter lobby won glowing praise from the architectural critic of The New York Times, of all places.
Ms. Logan has a deep understanding of all the components of branding, from Trump's most extravagant buildings to his hairstyle and the length of his ties, from his huge rallies to the grammatical structure of his tweets, and the jagged calligraphy of his signature.
They add up to a picture of a man who uses the word "beautiful" as many or more times than he uses the words "fake news." By dissecting the structure of his tweets, which follow classic Aristotelian patterns (don't laugh, she proves it) and the reason for his overly long red ties, she shows that Trump's personal brand is consistent from top to bottom.
The book itself proves that form follows function. It is a beautifully produced coffee table book with over 150 images of Trump and the world he created. With its classic typography, it's a book you can leave open on virtually any page. But my favorite is the center spread of the book. In Chapter Five, The Red Tie, she has bound a slim ribbon of red silk between the pages. What a graceful touch.
Ms. Logan has also made a condensed Kindle version of the book, and while it doesn't have the hard cover's physical presence, it has the same impressive story and visuals, and is much more portable. It would be the perfect airplane read.
That leaves only one thing left to mention; the quality of the writing. In a word, it's elegant.
Greg Karraker, Advertising Creative Director and Author of "The Little Picture: How Liberals, Progressives, and Twits in Local Governments Are Strangling America, and What to Do About It." (August 2022)
Well Done!
The Elegant Trump is just that. I admire Donald Trump and this book brought to light a different facet of him; one that has been purposely hidden. Well done!”
Richard H., Riverton, NJ (December 2021)
A WONDERFUL TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
I got the chills so many times as I read through this book. Finally, a beautifully written book has been published celebrating the elegant side of Donald J. Trump. The author’s knowledge of his unique elegance and style, the gorgeous rarely seen photographs, the high quality, and attention to detail was an overall wonderful tribute to President Trump. It completely blew my mind and was so much more than I even expected. My heartfelt congratulations to the author, Claudia Logan, for writing this very important book. I highly recommend buying “The Elegant Trump ” and, it would also make a fantastic gift!
Tina K., Sparta, NJ (December 2021)
COULDN'T PUT THIS BOOK DOWN...HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Finally, a book about the man, Donald Trump, that is both entertaining and informative. Claudia Logan has captured the characteristics of Trump in a book that is enjoyable to read, has interesting fun facts and great illustrations. Learning about his upbringing, his clothing secrets and unique personal habits kept me engaged! Â Surprised to learn as a young man he worked blue collar jobs. The book reveals so many details from Trumps hairstyle, body language to his achievements; I couldn't put the book down! I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and learned so much about Trump I never imagined! Highly recommended!
D. Graber, Chicago, IL (January 2021)
AN ASTOUNDING REPORT OF ALL THINGS TRUMP
I am in the book trade and have read your book, The Elegant Trump. The book you have ‘created’ might be a better term. The book you wrote and created is not only a work of love as I look at its final form and content, but an astounding report of all things Trump. Those not blinded by the unrelenting hatred for Donald Trump, otherwise known as Trump Derangement Syndrome, will have an enormous amount of research about Donald Trump at their fingertips. Even liberals who might be interested in seeing the truth beyond the incessant hatred — the painting with a broad brush — will benefit from reading your book.
Like Trump or not he created history, not only with his ascendance to President of the United States but his whole life from his youth until the present is a biography worth knowing.
Your dedicated, well researched chapters on various periods of Trump life is admirable. I would expect Trump detractors to faint over it.
Your book is not a coffee table book even though the format may suggest it. I began reading it and started skipping the photos and delved into your compelling narrative, then I would go back to the photos. I could say more since this was such a delight for me to read.
Congratulations Claudia Logan, your solid knowledge of Trump’s life may perhaps make some people think more about their political affiliations. Thank you for your “elegant” intellectual effort!!”
Mihai R, New York, New York (April 2021)
Destined to Become a Classic!
An elegant book indeed! The Elegant Trump is a wonderful mix of Trump the everyday man and Trump the master communicator.
A brief look at the facts and fiction of his life will reveal the superb work the author has achieved in putting this book together showing us the truth about Donald J. Trump.
Claudia writes elegantly about the hypocrisy of Trump’s opponents and then she gets personal and gives us a real view as to why the former president resonates with blue collar America. This book is destined to be a classic!
Pastor Arch Fisher, Florida (February 2021)
A Lifestyle, Coffee Table Book about the 'Fancier Times'
Claudia Logan has published a lifestyle/coffee table book that's not so much political in nature because it has so many photographs going back to the beginning of the fancier times from the 1980s to now and it’s COOL! I know Donald Trump from my childhood, watching "Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous" and don't really care to make every conversation about politics. So this book steers clear of just that! There's a narrative history about his real-estate developments, and stylistic choices (hairstyle included) it's funny, and pretty, and informative. A nice read, even if your are not into his politics. He is so much more than the guy we knew as President for a while. As he should be. He's not a politician.
M. Carvalho (January 2021)
A MAGNIFICENT TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT TRUMP!
As a reader of thousands of books and a collector of the same amount, I present my quasi-professional, well-educated opinion of your masterpiece, The Elegant Trump.
Upon purchase I expected a job well done…a coffee table book! It became obvious that your work is a magnificent testament to President Trump, his life, his accomplishments, his tenacity, and his will to protect and save our country.
The quality of production is excellent, the photographs are inspiring and descriptive. Your depth of research and knowledge is so thorough and extensive that one gains a most accurate perception of who and what our President truly is.
It is a joy to read and a lovely artistic aesthetic experience. It is an incomparable work of art, facts, and beauty. It is also a journal of his trials and tribulations that we’ve seen these past four yers.
With all deserved acclaim I cheer wholeheartedly “bravo and hip, hip hooray” to you! I look forward to your next endeavor!
Thomas E. Cunningham, III (November 2020)
“I'm thoroughly enjoying your gorgeous book, "The Elegant Trump"! It is as beautiful as it is on the outside, it is just as fascinating inside. The abundance of interesting info and unique photos offers one a look into the many facets of Donald Trump that other publications don't. I especially enjoyed your chapters on his iconic hair, red tie and sense of humor. Such a lovely tribute to our President! I am so happy to own it!
Wendy A., Gwynn, VA (November 2020)
“The Elegant Trump is a Cherishable Piece Of Work by Ms. Claudia Logan. This Book By My Friend Is A Nice Collection Of Photos And Descriptions Of Special Occasions Of A Very Elegant And Absolutely Non-bias World Famous Individual Who Has Become The Most Powerful Person In The World. I know him. I shook hands with Donald Trump on two occasions in the 1990s. I Already Flipped Through This Book Many Times. Highly Recommend.”
G. Travancoor, New York, NY (November 2020)
What a wonderful change of pace! Like all presidents I like some of what President Trump has done and don't like other things, but over all his presidency has been positive. I was so pleased to read about Trump the Builder and Trump's success in so many different areas. The author has dared say that he is actually doing a good job at a time when most will not. What an incredible and refreshing change from the constant pounding he gets.
The Elegant Trump is a terrific validation of my judgement of Trump as a hero not a villain. The pictures are beautiful. I was also reminded of something I knew but had forgotten. He doesn't just build in the Versailles over-the-top style that he has chosen for his home but in a variety of styles. And it is all done with exquisite taste. It is a beautiful book you've created.
I went to Puerto Penasco, Mexico for a weekend recently and I saw a fragment of The Wall. While I don't really agree that the wall is worth the expense, I have to say it is an elegant piece of art. This is such an interesting biographical tour of Donald Trump, the man.
B. Pennock, Software Designer, Scottsdale, AZ (October 2020)
The Elegant Trump is far more than just a coffee table book! The author has delivered beyond all expectations what one would think of as just a pictorial journal of this truly elegant man! The photographs are stunningly beautiful, capturing the complexity of Donald Trump's world! Each chapter is a highly recognizable Trump trademark feature, from his red tie to his unique hair and more! You will also see Trump's heart and soul as documented with the detailed who, what, when, where and why of this man's illustrious life, not seen anywhere else! A wonderfully beautiful tribute, a real keepsake, has finally been created to live on through the ages!
B. Arace, co-owner Boehm Porcelain, Florence, NJ (October 2020)
Absent any positive coverage of the the Trumps, Claudia Logan has provided us with a keepsake to remind us of what a fascinating and dynamic man Donald John Trump is. With an impeccable eye for detail, the author shares a look into the side of Trump we don't see from the enemedia. I thoroughly enjoyed discovering Trump being Trump at his finest. Brava!
S. Watson, Ridgway, CO (October 2020)
This is not your mother’s or father’s coffee table book. While it contains a great collection of photos, it is so much more than that. Whether you are a supporter of Donald Trump or not, you’ll be amazingly surprised. The author has, quite beautifully, woven every facet of our President’s personal and professional style into one book, and presents it from a uniquely fresh, honest and factual perspective. The narrative is as gorgeous as the presentation. It is a beautiful table dressing in more ways than one!
Earl M., Aviation Professional and USAF Veteran, St. Louis, MO (September 2020)
I want people to know the book The Elegant Trump is an extremely well researched factual book about Trump. There are photographs and facts I have never seen or knew about before. The author did her due diligence in preparing, writing, and then publishing this book. I am enlightened by what I’ve read. Kudos to the author that brought so much to light. Thank you for your insight into such a dynamic person.
M. Friedel, Moorestown, NJ (September 2020)
This is a difficult book for me to review since it is so unique and can be many different things to different people. It's a history, reference, pictorial and “betcha didn't know book about Donald J. Trump” the man, the business mogul, and the 45th President of the United States all woven together into one great story between two elegant covers. What is not difficult for me to say is that this one-of-a-kind book is a must-have, a collectible for any Trump supporter, admirer or presidential history buff. Kudos to the author for putting together such an amazing book for the interest and pleasure of the reader. Job well done!”
Dan W., Chicago, IL (September 2020)
At first glance The Elegant Trump revealed wonderful colorful illustrations that were well chose. What a work of art — a lot of love is expressed for our 45th president. I thought of using a book marker and could not find mine. Then I noticed a red ribbon in the binder of the book. It was in Chapter 5, page 77 with the photo of Trump in his red tie with his line of crystal ware. The marker matches the tie which is awesome!”
Steve H., Tampa, FL (September 2020)
It was refreshing to read a book that wasn't negative spin on Trump and just talked about the man. Unbeknownst to Trump he was in training for the Presidency since he had the audacity to get into commercial real estate in Manhattan! The more people tell him he can't do something, ¦it actually fuels him. Wonderful reading. I liked how the book flowed!
Helene G., Boston, MA (September 2020)
I formatted and helped design The Elegant Trump so I might not be totally objective about the book. However, I did not select the images nor did I write the text, and both surprised me. I reluctantly voted for Donald Trump, but in this book I saw a man I had not seen before. Although I shed my objections early and easily as I worked with Claudia, I never considered who he was beyond that. This Trump is not the mainstream media’s Trump, and unexpectedly, not conservative media’s either. Without entering the political wars, Claudia shows a man whose life’s work and personality make most of what the left claims impossible. Whether you are a Trump fan or not, you won’t see him the same way again after reading The Elegant Trump.
Walton Mendelson, head of 12 on 14, a Prescott, AZ book design firm (September 2020)
Well, I love it! I first flipped through to see recent presidential photos, then started at the beginning. The Introduction is marvelous and clearly shows the unique angle you are presenting. It hooked me into reading. It’s objective and realistic and yes, it’s refreshing to learn about this side of the president.
Leslie Sorg Ramsay, former communications staffer to Presidents Nixon, Ford and Reagan (September 2020)
This volume that I am in the process of reading and rereading (because it is chock full of so much more than I thought I knew about the President) is splendidly written. The accompanying photographs are a splendid collection as well that the reader will enjoy poring over.
T. O’Connell, Morton Grove, IL (September 2020)