The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

By: Edmund Morris

Narrated by: Mark Deakins

Selected by the Modern Library as one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time.

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.

©2001 Edmund Morris (P)2010 Random House

Critic reviews

"Magnificent...a sweeping narrative of the outward man and a shrewd examination of his character....It is one of those rare works that is both definitive for the period it covers and fascinating to read for sheer entertainment. There should be a queue awaiting the next volume." ( The New York Times Book Review)

History Made Enjoyable

Any additional comments?

This was one of the most enjoyable biographies or histories I've ever read. That's due in part to Roosevelt, who was many things besides a politician--naturalist, writer, cowboy, war hero, among others--and in part to Morris, who writes beautifully and with the right blend of admiration and objectivity. I'd even recommend this book to someone who is not particularly interested in politics. Mark Deakins is an excellent narrator, and does a great TR voice.

Bully!

Loved everything about this book. The impersonation of TR is great. What a fascinating man. “Theodore Rex” on deck.

Perfect mix of historical facts, engaging stories

This book is such a great diving off point for learning about the great Teddy Roosevelt. The stories are fantastic and no one section of his life is boring. Much like the man. The narration was also some of the best from audiobooks of which I've ever listened. All around great.

Highly RECCOMEND

Enthralling
Excellent narrative and performance. Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt is a timeless American hero. Please, listen to this amazing book. By George!!

The greatest narrative biography I've ever read

Morris captured the life and character of Roosevelt perfectly. The deep look into what shaped the greatest President of the 20th Century into the "bull moose" is absolutely essential for anyone interested.

The performance is remarkable. The reader's impression of TR is astounding! Highly recommended.

A great first part

Not sure the part about Grover Cleveland having a child out of wedlock turned out to be true so it might be a little dated but the book is great.

Kaleidoscopic

A fantastic and what seems to be a highly unbiased account of the life of TR. Speak softly and read this excellent work.

My idol

Must read/ hear book!!! It flows so well like a novel. I highly recommend this and i am off to read the sequels

Teddy Roosevelt.

Excellent history story. he was big on honesty and being truthful I found out this gs about him I never knew from the history books. I highly recommend this bioj.

AWESOME!

Mark Deskins is BEST narrator of any Audible book. The voice of TR is amazing. You think your standing right next to the great TR as he speaks! Incredible biography by Edmund Morris.