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.

Great story, inspiring!

Excellent story about Washington and the virtues that made him great. Very interesting and well read.

Washington was truly and amazing man

The writing was well thought out and historical correct. The reader did an amazing job and it was easy to listen to and comprehend even at the faster speeds I tend to listen to my audio books.

Great book for both history and reflection

Any additional comments?

I was specifically pleased about how the book was like a novel with historical significance and yet you were moved by the character that was brought out about George Washington.

George Washington Without the Boring Text Book

No offence to text book writers for their hard work. I just have never learned a thing about George Washington that I actually remember from reading my assigned chapters from the book each night. Although Glenn has taken some creative license when telling the story of George Washington he is very careful to explain the facts at the end of each chapter. By making this leap from the text book format I have finally learned about one of our founding fathers in a way that I can understand and I will remember for years to come. Glenn also makes sure emphasize the attributes that made Washington great as well as some of his flaws in order to understand how we all may achieve greatness in order to help those around us. We could use a few more Washington's and this book is a good place to start.

Would that we had more men like George a Washington

A fantastic book. You feel like you come to the man from history. So much could be learned and our society bettered if this were a standard in our public education. In high school I was required to read Lord of the Flies. How much better educated we would have been to read s work like this!

George Washington part Jason Bourne part Rambo.

Would you consider the audio edition of Being George Washington to be better than the print version?

Better? Maybe not. It was different and awesome.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I was in awe from start to finish.

Any additional comments?

I loved George Washington before, still do but also I marvel at his genius, his loyalty and his class. He really is the indispensable man.

Great book!

Would you consider the audio edition of Being George Washington to be better than the print version?

Listen as I drive, it works for me

What other book might you compare Being George Washington to and why?

Killing Lincoln

Have you listened to any of Ron McLarty’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

N/A

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

You ask to many stupid questions for a review

Excellent perspective on a true American

The format of this book is unusual for a historical work, but the content is fantastic. It allows the reader to reflect on the miracles of the time and the man himself. I would recommend this to anyone.

Great book

Incredible. Must read for all those seeking purpose, personal growth and leadership development. Highly recommended

Wonderful!

This was a wonderful ride through the life of an amazing man! Thankyou for the insight into his life!