elizabeth edwards

elizabeth edwards

Elizabeth Edwards writes in a new memoir that news of her husband's affair made her vomit in a bathroom.

In the book scheduled to be published May 12, Edwards says her husband, John, admitted to the betrayal just days after declaring his run for president in 2006. She says she wanted him to drop out of the race to protect the family from media scrutiny, but stood by his side anyway.

John Edwards went public with the affair in August after the National Enquirer reported he was the father of videographer Rielle Hunter's daughter.

Elizabeth Edwards never identifies Hunter by name. But she says that while her life may be tragic, Hunter's is "pathetic."

rielle hunter

rielle hunter

Darien, CT – As one of the country’s most beloved political figures, Elizabeth Edwards has experienced difficulties that have unfolded in front of millions of people. From the unexpected death of her 16-year-old son to her ongoing battle with cancer, Edwards showed Americans that the best way to handle adversity is with dignity and strength.

Mrs. Edwards will donate her time to share her experiences during a keynote address at the Center for HOPE’s Annual Luncheon, which will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20 at Woodway Country Club in Darien. In addition to discussing how her own personal struggles impacted her life and that of her family, Mrs. Edwards will reference inspirational passages from her new book, Resilience.