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T.R.

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By: H. W. Brands
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From the New York Times best-selling author, an acclaimed biography of President Teddy Roosevelt

Lauded as "a rip-roaring life" (Wall Street Journal), T.R. is a magisterial biography of Theodore Roosevelt by best-selling author H. W. Brands. In his time, there was no more popular national figure than Roosevelt. It was not just the energy he brought to every political office he held or his unshakable moral convictions that made him so popular, or even his status as a bona fide war hero. Most important, Theodore Roosevelt was loved by the people because this scion of a privileged New York family loved America and Americans.

And yet, according to Brands, if we look at the private Roosevelt without blinders, we see a man whose great public strengths hid enormous personal deficiencies; he was uncompromising, self-involved, and a highly imperfect brother, husband, and father.

Beautifully written, and powerfully moved by its subject, T.R. is the classic biography of one of America's greatest and most complex leaders.

©2019 H. W. Brands (P)2019 Hachette Audio Americas Historical Politicians Politics & Activism Presidents & Heads of State United States Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt Family Biography Franklin D. Roosevelt War Latin America Imperialism Socialism

Critic reviews

"Brands makes the case that Roosevelt believed in heroes and measured himself against giants of history and literature.... He puts them in vivid context with often wry narration and an impressive depth of historical research." (USA Today)

"Roosevelt's life in Mr. Brands' able hands is a demonstration of the remarkable power of the human will. Roosevelt literally created the character he lived out, and then lived within it until he finally became his creation." (Washington Post)

"Brands' narrative is lucid, fast-moving and unblended by hero-worship. In a single volume he has packed Roosevelt's 60 years of ambition, adventure, expediency, achievement, and, finally, frustration at having peaked too soon." (Publishers Weekly)
Engrossing History • Incredible Account • Fresh Perspectives • Detailed Biography • Complex Hero • Balanced Portrayal
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I cannot compare it to Edmund Morris’ trio of books on President Roosevelt, however HW Brands did a very good job capturing the Colonel.

Having read numerous books about TR, it was good to see Mr. Brands find fresh information and perspectives on events. I got to learn some things.

Mr. Brands does not appear to be a fervent admirer, nor is he unduly critical. Which makes for an interesting read.

Very good read

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I liked how the cradle to grave content gave me an understanding of TR's nature. I come away with such cliches as; "some things never change" and "history repeats itself." There are definitely a number of parallels in the political climate of 2025.

Similarities of Today's Politics

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I knew nothing about TR and now feel as though I could accurately retell his life story. What an amazing man.

Great book on the life of TR

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love this. TR. a Fave. THIS BOOK DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! 👏 😍 👌 🙌 ❤ Glorious. Bully

it was Glorious!! Bully! H. W. Brand's you Rule!

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This was the first of Brands' books I have read, and I can safely say that it is one of the most engrossing histories I have ever read. I had previously prided myself on knowing a lot about TR, but this book gave me so much more information that I didn't previously have. A much read for fans of TR and of history in general!

Brands is an excellent historian

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very interesting man with an exceptional life. lots of things never taught in history class

so much I did not know

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A great read which not only introduces you to Theodore Rex it also shows you how perceptions have changed over time. The author compiles this biography from many sources, including personal correspondence from TR. it’s easy to see why the people who lived at that time loved him. A quick warning, the GOP of today is vastly different than it was at that time. It was a very different time.

The Romantic

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I have a great understanding-maybe a complete understanding of TR. HW .. I'm on to the next one, Regan.

Excellent

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Literally one of the most incredible accounts of one of the most incredible men in our nation's history and written by an incredible author whom I've grown very fond of his works. TR's list of accomplishments are beyond the seas in which cover this Earth. He has inspired me to pursue all things I want to in this life and he has also inspired me to be a good public servant and help others and to take good care of nature! He once said "You can either rust out or wear out, I choose to wear out!" I love TR's take on life. His ambition and accomplishments as a servant to the world should be taught more frequently in our school systems!
This book is my 2nd of his I've read. his first being "Dreams of Eldorado " which was just as phenomenal! next ill be reading his book "The Last Campaign Sherman, Geronimo, and The War for America."

Untouchably Incredible!

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This book was super boring but I must admit that I just listened to Boone which was much more exciting!

BORING!

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