Being George Washington

By: Glenn Beck

Narrated by: Ron McLarty

Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins

Publisher's summary

If you think you know George Washington, think again.

This is the amazing true story of a real-life superhero who wore no cape and possessed no special powers—yet changed the world forever. It's a story about a man whose life reads as if it were torn from the pages of an action novel: Bullet holes through his clothing. Horses shot out from under him. Unimaginable hardship. Disease. Heroism. Spies and double-agents. And, of course, the unmistakable hand of Divine Providence that guided it all.

Being George Washington is a whole new way to look at history. You won't simply read about the awful winter spent at Valley Forge—you'll live it right alongside Washington. You'll be on the boat with him crossing the Delaware, in the trenches with him at Yorktown, and standing next to him at the Constitutional Convention as a new republic is finally born.

Through these stories you'll not only learn our real history (and how it applies to today), you'll also see how the media and others have distorted our view of it. It's ironic that the best-known fact about George Washington—that he chopped down a cherry tree—is a complete lie. It's even more ironic when you consider that a lie was thought necessary to prove he could not tell one.

For all of his heroism and triumphs, Washington's single greatest accomplishment was the man he created in the process: courageous and principled, fair and just, respectful to all. But he was also something else: flawed.

It's those flaws that should give us hope for today. After all, if Washington had been perfect, then there would be no way to build another one. That's why this book is not just about being George Washington in 1776, it's about the struggle to be him every single day of our lives. Understanding the way he turned himself from an uneducated farmer into the Indispensable (yet imperfect) Man, is the only way to build a new generation of George Washingtons that can take on the extraordinary challenges that America is once again facing.

©2011 Mercury Radio Arts, Inc. All rights reserved. (P)2011 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

Excellent book, well worth your time!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I expected this to read like a political book, or a history book, but was drawn in to Being George Washington as surely as if I was hearing a Historical Fiction Novel. Learning so much about the character and integrity of Washington, and the need for us to emulate those characteristics was uplifting!

another great book

once again glenn beck shows America's past and possibly their future in this book about America's most notable founding father.

An inspirational read

I really loved this book. I learned a lot about George Washington and was inspired by his life and legacy. I also found myself more grateful for our first President and all he did to provide the freedoms I am blessed with today.

Truly we are a blessed nation and we should all strive to live up to the legacy that has gone before us.

fascinating and informative

loved it! I found this book educational and informative yet entertaining and easy to listen to.

You'll be in the awe

We think of George Washington as the guy on the money and the first president but he was giant among men not just in stature but in character.
Book will inspire you to resurrect the bed by your actions by the bed virtue from our politicians. The performance by McLarty is fantastic. He's easily one of my favorite readers.

Lots of interesting information

This book had lots of interesting information. The format of the book made it a little hard to follow at times. But the content made it worth it.

Inspiring

This was a great book. Full of history and most of all, the life of the greatest man in American history.

We could all be better people by following the path he laid for all of us.

Washington up Close and Personal

By far the most information on Washington I have found in one location. Washington's story is not only unique but amazing, especially in his era.

Very motivating

If you could sum up Being George Washington in three words, what would they be?

Inspirational, motivating, great

Any additional comments?

It made me want to be a better man, a better American, and a more active in my community.

It's more than just a story or biography, it's a motivational book. Inspiring us to be the best we can be.

Wonderful book about a truly inspirational Man

Would you try another book from Glenn Beck and/or Ron McLarty?

I love Ron Mc Larty's reading! I could listen to him anytime, just wonderful!

What was most disappointing about Glenn Beck’s story?

Nothing!!!

How could the performance have been better?

I Couldn't have been any better

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Being George Washington?

None

Any additional comments?

I truly enjoyed this book and I will be listening to it again.Glenn is one of my favorite writers. I love his insights and thoughts that he works into the book with regard to why wewould want to apply this in our lives.I love that Glenn gets his information on George Washington from original sources and really gets into the character of who he was. Great Book!