James Monroe

A Captivating Guide to the Founding Father Who Served as the Fifth President of the United States

De: Captivating History

Narrado por: Desmond Manny

Explore the captivating life of James Monroe.

From plantation owner to diplomat to US president, James Monroe was known for his tenacity in pursuing what he thought was right, while also being honored for his fair policies, such as the Monroe Doctrine and policies to develop the country’s infrastructure. These traits were recognized in 1816, when the West African country of Liberia changed its name to Monrovia, in honor of James Monroe. It serves as the only international capital named after a US president and only one of two capitals in the world named after a US president - the other being Washington, D.C.

This captivating history audiobook covers topics such as:

• His early years
• The Revolutionary War
• Early political career and family life
• Ambassador to France
• James Monroe, slave owner
• The governorship and return to France
• The War of 1812
• The fifth president
• First presidential tour
• Second presidential tour
• The era of good feelings challenged
• Reelection and building the country
• Post presidency
• And much more!

So if you want to learn more about the remarkable life of James Monroe, listen to this audiobook now!

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James Monroe and a Nation's Call To Greatness.

Monroe's Presidency was called the "Era of Good Feeling" for good reason, and this book covers that and much more quite well in a readable style.

I am tempted to rank James Monroe.

The author's portrayal of President Monroe is heroic from birth to death. The maturity Monroe displayed as an adolescent student and soldier is inspiring to any. His selflessness in sacrifice as a statesman is apparent, and his ability to unify this nation has yet to be matched by any other POTUS. After reading this book, I am tempted to rank James Monroe in my personal top five list of all the presidents.

I realize the amazing life he led.

Before reading this book, I knew very little about our 5th president. From the early days of the Revolutionary War, ambassador to 3 different countries, the Louisiana Purchase, being thrust into the War of 1812, to the Monroe Doctrine this book gives a solid overview of his life.

Well done, indeed.

A stunning -- aspect of this biography. Monroe participated in all the seminal events in the formation of our nation. But, most of us, myself included, remember him only for the "Monroe Doctrine." The author also gives us a wonderful glimpse of Monroe's relationship with his wife, the fascinating Elizabeth Kortright who, in a gesture of extreme bravery, helped save the life of Lafayette's wife. For me, this was a fabulous introduction to an important and often overlooked Founding Father. Well done, indeed.

Monroe was a true leader...

Fifth president. Two terms. Served as an officer in the Revolutionary War under Washington. Became governor of Virginia and ambassador to France, Spain and England. Negotiated the Louisiana Purchase between the United States and Napoleon, thereby doubling the size of our country. Secretary of state under Madison and became acting secretary of war during the War of 1812 against the British.