Great Leaders
Biographies of Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, and Napoleon Bonaparte
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Simon Johnson
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Discover the lives of history’s greatest leaders.
From statesmen to generals and presidents to PMs, this detailed book explores the lives and legacies of five of the world’s most famous and influential men. With a comprehensive account of their lives, achievements, philosophies and more, inside this bundle you’ll find:
- Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United States and famous for his anti-slavery policy and leadership during the Civil War.
- Winston Churchill, the Prime Minister who stood up to Hitler and the Nazis, leading the UK to victory in World War II.
- George Washington, figurehead of America’s independence and one of the greatest military men of all time.
- Ulysses S. Grant, 18th president of the United States and General during the Civil War. With Lincoln, he helped secure a Union victory and defeat the Confederates.
- And Napoleon Bonaparte, one of history’s most ambitious rulers, famous for his role in the Napoleonic Wars and the French Revolution.
History is filled with remarkable figures who have shaped the course of entire nations. From military masterminds to world leaders, this biography delves into the lives of these five extraordinary men and the achievements and legacies they leave behind. Great Leaders is a must-listen for anyone interested in politics, history, war, or leadership principles.
Buy now to uncover the lives of these remarkable leaders today!
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Alexander Hamilton: One of the Most Influential Founding Fathers. The Entire Life Story
- Great Biographies
- By: The History Hour
- Narrated by: Jerry Beebe
- Length: 1 hr and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Alexander Hamilton started his life in the British West Indies. His story seems like a classic tale from rags to riches, of a poor boy whose hard work and perseverance allowed him to become one of the greatest historical figures of a nation. Alexander Hamilton left behind an impressive legacy, in no small part due to his success in defining the economic and political systems of the United States.
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A good book 10/10
- By Anonymous User on 04-03-20
By: The History Hour
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The Presidents
- Noted Historians Rank America's Best - and Worst - Chief Executives
- By: Brian Lamb, Susan Swain, Douglas Brinkley - introduction, and others
- Narrated by: Gary Tiedemann, Grace Angela Henry
- Length: 19 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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The complete rankings of our best - and worst - presidents, based on C-SPAN's much-cited Historians Surveys of Presidential Leadership. Over a period of decades, C-SPAN has surveyed leading historians on the best and worst of America's presidents across a variety of categories - their ability to persuade the public, their leadership skills, their moral authority, and more. The crucible of the presidency has forged some of the very best and very worst leaders in our national history, along with everyone in between.
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Too Much Praise
- By veronica d on 02-05-21
By: Brian Lamb, and others
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This Mighty Scourge
- Perspectives on the Civil War
- By: James M. McPherson
- Narrated by: Barrett Whitener
- Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Battle Cry of Freedom and many other award-winning books, James M. McPherson is America's preeminent Civil War historian. Now, in this collection of provocative and illuminating essays, McPherson offers fresh insight into many of the most enduring questions about one of the defining moments in our nation's history.
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An Introduction to McPherson
- By Roy on 05-03-09
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Leadership in War
- Essential Lessons from Those Who Made History
- By: Andrew Roberts
- Narrated by: John Lee
- Length: 6 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Taking us from the French Revolution to the Cold War, Andrew Roberts presents us with a bracingly honest and deeply insightful look at nine major figures in modern history: Napoleon Bonaparte, Horatio Nelson, Winston Churchill, Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, George C. Marshall, Charles de Gaulle, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Margaret Thatcher. Each one of these leaders fundamentally shaped the outcome of the war in which their nation was embroiled.
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Fantastic
- By Amazon Customer on 01-15-20
By: Andrew Roberts
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The Politically Incorrect Guide to the British Empire
- By: H. W. Crocker III
- Narrated by: Ray Porter
- Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Nothing offends liberals more than Western imperialism—it is racism, sexism, and chauvinism all in one. And of course the epitome of Western imperialism is the British Empire, covering at its height a quarter of the globe’s surface and ruling a quarter of the world’s population. Here, best-selling author H. W. Crocker III exposes how the British Empire was actually one of the greatest establishers and defenders of freedom in history.
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More Propaganda than History
- By Mike on 10-21-19
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Winston Churchill
- By: John Keegan
- Narrated by: Richard Matthews
- Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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The eminent historian John Keegan charts Churchill's career, following his steadfast leadership during the catastrophic events of World War II while England was dangerously poised on the brink of collapse. With wonderful eloquence, Keegan illuminates Churchill's incredible strength during this crucial moment in history and his unshakable belief that democracy would always prevail.
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A good intro/summary
- By Sabrina on 01-07-06
By: John Keegan
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Churchill's Shadow
- The Life and Afterlife of Winston Churchill
- By: Geoffrey Wheatcroft
- Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
- Length: 23 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
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Winston Churchill is generally considered one of the greatest leaders of the 20th century, revered for his opposition to appeasement, his defiance in the face of German bombing of England, his political prowess, and his memorable speeches. He became the savior of his country, as prime minister during the most perilous period in British history, World War II, and is now perhaps even more beloved in America than in England. This revelatory book takes on Churchill in his entirety, separating the man from the myth that he so carefully cultivated.
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A few facts and a quote in context, would be nice.
- By Arlene on 01-30-22
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Empires of Trust
- How Rome Built - and America Is Building - a New World
- By: Thomas F. Madden
- Narrated by: Richard Poe
- Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins
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In Empires of Trust, Professor Thomas F. Madden explores surprising parallels between the Roman and American republics. By making friends of enemies and demonstrating a commitment to fairness, the two republics - both "reluctant" yet unquestioned super-powers - built empires based on trust. Madden also includes vital lessons from the Roman Republic's 100-year struggle with "terrorism."
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Bork, Reagan, and Honest of Rome
- By Nelson Alexander on 12-20-08
By: Thomas F. Madden
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The Virginia Dynasty
- Four Presidents and the Creation of the American Nation
- By: Lynne Cheney
- Narrated by: Nan McNamara
- Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins
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A vivid account of leadership focusing on the first four Virginia presidents - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and James Monroe - from the best-selling historian and author of James Madison.
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Captivating
- By Jean on 11-19-20
By: Lynne Cheney
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- Anonymous User
- 07-14-22
The narrator is screaming
the narrator is speaking too fast and loud as if he's preaching a sermon. worst narration ever.
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- Kindle Customer
- 03-27-22
informative
Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! good overall
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- Angie Franco
- 05-11-21
Comprehensive biographies yet easy to follow!
This audiobook offers very comprehensive biographies of some of America’s greatest leaders. The book contains biographies for Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, and Napoleon Bonaparte, each of which offers valuable information about their upbringing and political careers. Considering that these leaders date back to early United States history, the author included a lot of information about each leaders’ childhood, influences, and life before becoming leaders. This insight helps set the foundation for their future leadership tendencies and causes they were interested in pursuing. For instance, Abraham Lincoln’s real-life experiences with slavery fueled his passion for ending slavery and was a cause he never stopped fighting to abolish. I also enjoyed how the author depicted each leaders’ road into politics and provided more detail than many authors typically do on their life before politics. Moreover, I appreciated that the author used the same structure for each leader and separated the chapters to reflect this structure.
In regards to the narrator’s contributions, the narrator has a unique, enthusiastic voice. Considering the nature of the material, the narrator offers an interesting tone and makes the biographies both interesting and easy to follow. The author speaks clearly and transitions smoothly from one leader to the next.
Although the author covers quite a bit of information and comprehensive analysis of each leader, the biographies are separated into smaller parts, making the information digestible and easy to understand. Considering this layout, I believe the audiobook is great for people interested in history or students conducting research on any one of these leaders. I also believe it would be an excellent option for high school students because it is easy to follow and offers the added benefit of listening rather than reading the material. It’s a perfect option for anyone conducting research!
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- D. A. Bruener
- 05-31-22
great summary
narrator did a good job. I never thought much about history, leadership, or interests in battles, killing men, I can never agree with. however, I realize that I missed out on a lot in the past by not learning. I was a business student high school and college, so paid no attention, didn't effect me, obviously I was wrong. trying to learn now.
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- Kathryn Wagner
- 01-07-20
Do not buy, read, or listen to this book
The writing in this book is so bad that it makes me wonder if English is the author's first language. I genuinely believe most eighth graders could write in a more compelling style and with greater command of the English language than the author. Don't waste your time or money.
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- Mike
- 10-21-20
Terrible
Don’t waste your credit on this title. Lacks depth or support of points made, really a random assortment of disconnected statements. Go deep on titles that cover these leaders in depth.
Performer is awful, feels like he is screaming at you the entire time
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