Ever since his days as a young pilot in World War II, George H.W. Bush has been recording his thoughts in letters to family, friends and colleagues. The reissue of "All the Best, George Bush: My Life in Letters and Other Writings" (Scribner), to be published next week, includes new letters from the past 15 years, on topics ranging from Mideast politics to a surprise party for Barbara ("aka Silver Fox"). Here is a selection.

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