Lion in the White House

A Life of Theodore Roosevelt

By: Aida D. Donald

Narrated by: Pam Ward

New York state assemblyman, assistant secretary of the Navy, New York City police commissioner, governor of New York, vice president, and, at 42, the youngest president ever: in his own words, Theodore Roosevelt "rose like a rocket". He was also a cowboy, a soldier, an historian, an intrepid explorer, and an unsurpassed environmentalist - all in all, perhaps the most accomplished chief executive in our nation's history.

Roosevelt built the Panama Canal and engaged the country in world affairs, putting a temporary end to American isolationism. And he won the Nobel Peace Prize, the only sitting president so honored. In Lion in the White House, historian Aida D. Donald masterfully chronicles the life of this first modern president.

©2007 Aida D. Donald (P)2007 Blackstone Audio Inc.

Critic reviews

"Donald's swift prose makes this a satisfying read." ( Publishers Weekly)
"Aida D. Donald's elegant and affectionate portrait of Theodore Roosevelt is less a biography than a masterful essay on idealism and power....[A] beautifully written and deeply intelligent book." (Alan Brinkley, Professor of History, Columbia University)

Excellent subject

7 Roosevelt was dealing with a transition From a government for the few to a government for the many. This is only accomplished after 2 world wars and it fades on us as we speak.

Expect some political bias

Author is obviously not a fan of the Republican Party. I prefer a more objective approach to historical topics.

The author and I support Teddy Roosevelt.

Biased account, however insightful, entertaining. nothing wrong with hearing positive stories of a former president. the information is stories are still valid within the context of understanding there's a bias. I thought it worthwhile.

A well written glimpse of the life of Teddy

The book provides a good overview of the improbable rise to the Presidency by a a boy who had to pull himself out of poor health through will and determination with the help of a loving family.

A good abbreviated biography of a great man

Very good for a first timer reading about Roosevelt. It covers his major points in life, his laudable standings, and the low marks of his views. A fascinating man and a well read performance.