Discount Theodore Roosevelt's History of the United States: His Own Words, Selected and Arranged by Daniel Ruddy

Theodore Roosevelt's History of the United States is not an objective, balanced portrayal of American history, and readers shouldn't expect it to be. Teddy was a strong man with strong opinions, and he wasn't afraid to give voice to them. In his view, William McKinley had "the backbone of a chocolate eclair," Martin van Buren "faithfully served the mammon of unrighteousness," and "Few criminals have worked as much harm to their country" as John C. Calhoun did. On the flip side, George Washington was "the greatest of all Americans" and Abraham Lincoln was "perhaps the only genius in our political history."

It is those strong opinions that make this book such a fun read, even when readers disagree with what T.R. says - and they will. There's something to offend everyone in this book, but in a society accustomed to political and social leaders who waffle and equivocate lest they offend this group or that, it is refreshing to read words that take a strong stand, even if you think that stand is dead wrong. Roosevelt's love for his country ran as deep as the Mississippi, and that comes through on almost every page. At times his patriotism crosses into jingoism, but the unshakable admiration and optimism he had for his country is uplifting. Those readers who are capable of appreciating directness and strong writing even if they disagree with some of the author's conclusions will find this book a fast and enjoyable read.Theodore Roosevelt's History of the United States: His Own Words, Selected and Arranged by Daniel RuddyGet more detail about Theodore Roosevelt's History of the United States: His Own Words, Selected and Arranged by Daniel Ruddy.