The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt

A pretty good book. The narrator did a good job. I can't wait to read the second book in the trilogy.

I sent this one back before finishing. I'm not sure why everyone is rating this so highly because I thought that the narration was terrible. I was incredibly bored throughout and I love Theodore Roosevelt. He is my favorite president! Incredibly slow and painful.

Includes details left out of many other biographies. Just the thing for TR enthusiasts.

While a good biography, I found the narrator to be a tad more theatrical for my tastes. This biography glossed over some important details, IMHO though. For this period in Roosevelt's life, I much preferred "Mornings On Horseback: The Story of an Extraordinary Family, a Vanished Way of Life, and the Unique Child Who Became Theodore", by David McCullough. Every book he's ever done has been detailed, thorough, and an excellent read. For a biography of this period of Roosevelt's life, I'd recommend that, ofer this one by Morris. I still look forward to Part 2, Theodore Rex, by Morris though.

Excellent book, that ought to be required reading for every red-blooded American! Roosevelt is an inspiration for us all, as a leader, an American, and a president. The narration is excellent, and the writing never boring.

This book was a good read. It piqued my interest in one of our greatest leaders. I am eager to learn more of this man in his early years.

It very intriguing to learn some of the things that have made the men who have run our country.

This book was great and left me wanting more. Time flew by while I listened to it.

Some stuff I really didn't care about - but a good picture of what Teddy was about

Interesting content, superbly read. My only complaint is that it didn't keep on going...