The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt: Part 2

Abridged
Author: Edmund Morris
Narrator: Harry Chase
Genres: Biographies
Publisher: Random House (Audio)
Date: October 2002
Length: 9 hours
Ratings:
  • Book Rating: 4/5
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  • CD

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Overview

Described by the "Chicago Tribune as "a classic," The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt stands as one of the greatest biographies of our time. The publication of The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt on September 14th, 2001 marks the 100th anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt becoming president.

"From the Trade Paperback edition.

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The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

by Michael Scott
  • Book Rating: 3/5

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

by wlh2040
  • Book Rating: 5/5

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Reviews (11)

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

Written by Michael Scott from Santa Cruz, CA on October 15th, 2007

  • Book Rating: 3/5

While a good biography, I found the narrator to be a tad more theatrical for my tastes. This biography glossed over some important details, IMHO though. For this period in Roosevelt's life, I much preferred "Mornings On Horseback: The Story of an Extraordinary Family, a Vanished Way of Life, and the Unique Child Who Became Theodore", by David McCullough. Every book he's ever done has been detailed, thorough, and an excellent read. For a biography of this period of Roosevelt's life, I'd recommend that, ofer this one by Morris. I still look forward to Part 2, Theodore Rex, by Morris though.

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

Written by wlh2040 from Miami, FL on July 24th, 2007

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Excellent book, that ought to be required reading for every red-blooded American! Roosevelt is an inspiration for us all, as a leader, an American, and a president. The narration is excellent, and the writing never boring.

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

Written by Bill Baker from Merrill, WI on May 30th, 2007

  • Book Rating: 4/5

This book was a good read. It piqued my interest in one of our greatest leaders. I am eager to learn more of this man in his early years.

Intriguing

Written by John Murrow on December 1st, 2006

  • Book Rating: 4/5

It very intriguing to learn some of the things that have made the men who have run our country.

Rise of TR

Written by Anonymous on September 6th, 2006

  • Book Rating: 5/5

This book was great and left me wanting more. Time flew by while I listened to it.

A little long

Written by Anonymous on September 18th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 3/5

Some stuff I really didn't care about - but a good picture of what Teddy was about

Excellent

Written by Jeff Annison from Clayton, CA on June 13th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Interesting content, superbly read. My only complaint is that it didn't keep on going...

Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

Written by Gabe from South Gate, CA on April 12th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

Dazzling! This book is well written and expertly performed. It seems incredible that we will never have a president so well rounded ever again. "Teddy" was a first class sportsman, intellectual, writer, and politician. We will never look upon his like again...

Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

Written by Anonymous on February 1st, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

This book provides a balanced and detailed narrative on the early days of this American icon. This is a good book for anyone interested in American history.

Bully!

Written by Anonymous on January 9th, 2005

  • Book Rating: 5/5

This is the first half of the Pulitzer winning biography, you see "Teddy", small and weakly, benefit from his misfortunes. Of the Chosen Class (sons and daughters of the Rich) he stands apart -- and his Naturalism (love of nature) truly comes out. By age 19 he's found his voice, become quite outgoing, and his intellect separates him from the drolls of the well-educated, well-to-do, status-quo peers at harvard. While this book is fairly dry - most biographies are - you gain a true sense of his very nature and what makes him distinct from his contemporaries. The United States should thank our very stars that Roosevelt eventually rose to power. His first hand experience in the Bad Lands let to modern day Governmental conservatism and the National Park system (addressed in Theodore Rex). These 4 discs take you up to and beyond the birth of his daughter - and how his life was forever changed after that event (you'll understand when you listen). My only comment would be that the narrator is somewhat droll in his reading. During several brief passages you hear him drift off into various accents - which he does superbly. Why they chose the droll voice as the basis for narration I cannot say. So far, an excellent 5-star read.

Selected Reviews

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

by Michael Scott
  • Book Rating: 3/5

The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

by wlh2040
  • Book Rating: 5/5

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Author Details

Author Details

Morris, Edmund

"Edmund Morris was born and educated in Kenya and went to college in South Africa. He worked as an advertising copywriter in London before immigrating to the United States in 1968. His biography The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt won the Pulitzer Prize and American Book Award in 1980. After spending several years as President Reagan's authorized biographer, he published the national bestseller Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan in 1999. He has written extensively on travel and the arts for such publications as The New Yorker, The New York Times, and Harper's Magazine. Edmund Morris lives in New York and Washington with his wife and fellow biographer, Sylvia Jukes Morris."