Audiobooks by Theodore Roosevelt

Sacrifice, Survival, and Strength Audiobook

"The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel their way toward freedom. Naval officers launch seemingly impossible attacks against ironclads. Commanders rally broken armies. Scouts, soldiers, and ordinary men confront danger, duty, and death with remarkable resolve. Featuring works by Stephen Crane, Ambrose Bierce, Theodore Roosevelt, Henry Cabot Lodge, William Pittenger, and others, Gallantry, Grit & Glory brings together some of the most compelling tales of battlefield heroism, military leadership, and daring exploits to emerge from America's defining conflict. From Gettysburg to Mobile Bay, from covert missions to acts of quiet bravery, these stories capture the courage, sacrifice, and indomitable spirit that continue to fascinate readers more than 150 years later. Featuring the work of renowned authors and hidden gems of classic American fiction, including: The Locomotive Chase in Georgia, by William Pittenger A Grey Sleeve, by Stephen Crane Farragut at Mobile Bay, by Theodore Roosevelt The Bounty-Jumper, by Mary Synon The Little Regiment, by Stephen Crane Colonel Rose's Tunnel at Libby Prison, by Frank E. Moran Lieutenant Cushing and the Ram 'Albemarle', by Theodore Roosevelt A Son of the Gods, by Ambrose Bierce Mosby's 'Partizan Rangers', by A.E. Richards A Mystery of Heroism, by Stephen Crane A Baffled Ambuscade, by Ambrose Bierce The Toast to Forty-Five, by William Dudley Pelley Robert Gould Shaw, by Henry Cabot Lodge An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, by Ambrose Bierce The Charge at Gettysburg, by Theodore Roosevelt Sheridan at Cedar Creek, by Henry Cabot Lodge"

A.E. Richards, Ambrose Bierce, Frank E. Moran, Henry Cabot Lodge, Mary Synon, RF Media, Stephen Crane, Theodore Roosevelt, William Dudley Pelley, William Pittenger (Author), Allen Ellis, Christopher P. Brown, John Hopkinson, Sean Pratt, Stacy Carolan, Tim Ratliff, Tom Jordan (Narrator)

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Gallantry, Grit & Glory

"The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel their way toward freedom. Naval officers launch seemingly impossible attacks against ironclads. Commanders rally broken armies. Scouts, soldiers, and ordinary men confront danger, duty, and death with remarkable resolve. Featuring works by Stephen Crane, Ambrose Bierce, Theodore Roosevelt, Henry Cabot Lodge, William Pittenger, and others, Gallantry, Grit & Glory brings together some of the most compelling tales of battlefield heroism, military leadership, and daring exploits to emerge from America's defining conflict. From Gettysburg to Mobile Bay, from covert missions to acts of quiet bravery, these stories capture the courage, sacrifice, and indomitable spirit that continue to fascinate readers more than 150 years later. Featuring the work of renowned authors and hidden gems of classic American fiction, including: The Locomotive Chase in Georgia, by William Pittenger A Grey Sleeve, by Stephen Crane Farragut at Mobile Bay, by Theodore Roosevelt The Bounty-Jumper, by Mary Synon The Little Regiment, by Stephen Crane Colonel Rose's Tunnel at Libby Prison, by Frank E. Moran Lieutenant Cushing and the Ram 'Albemarle' , by Theodore Roosevelt A Son of the Gods, by Ambrose Bierce Mosby's 'Partizan Rangers' , by A.E. Richards A Mystery of Heroism, by Stephen Crane A Baffled Ambuscade, by Ambrose Bierce The Toast to Forty-Five, by William Dudley Pelley Robert Gould Shaw, by Henry Cabot Lodge An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge, by Ambrose Bierce The Charge at Gettysburg, by Theodore Roosevelt Sheridan at Cedar Creek, by Henry Cabot Lodge"

A.E. Richards, Ambrose Bierce, Frank E. Moran, Henry Cabot Lodge, Mary Synon, RF Media, Stephen Crane, Theodore Roosevelt, William Dudley Pelley, William Pittenger (Author), Allen Ellis, Chris Brown, John Hopkinson, Sean Pratt, Stacy Carolan, Tim Ratliff, Tom Jordan (Narrator)

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The Wilderness Hunter

"The Wilderness Hunter is Theodore Roosevelt’s firsthand account of America’s vanishing frontier—written by a man who lived it, studied it, and fought to preserve it. Blending natural history, personal narrative, and philosophical reflection, Roosevelt chronicles his hunting expeditions across the plains, forests, and mountains of the American West. He writes not as a conqueror of nature, but as an observer and participant—examining wildlife behavior, the discipline of ethical hunting, and the character forged by time spent in untamed country. This work captures a pivotal moment in American history, when the frontier still existed but was rapidly disappearing. Roosevelt’s prose is confident, measured, and deeply informed, revealing both the rugged physical demands of wilderness travel and the intellectual curiosity of a statesman-naturalist. Narrated by Brett Carter with steady authority and respect for the text, The Wilderness Hunter remains a foundational work in American outdoor literature—part memoir, part natural record, and part cultural document of a nation in transition. This audiobook is Certified Human Voice™, verifying that the narration was performed entirely by a human narrator, with informed consent, transparent production practices, and no use of AI-generated or synthetic voice technologies."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Brett Carter (Narrator)

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100 Quotes That Will Change Your life

"This audiobook is a collection of 100 thought provoking quotes that will motivate you to change your life! It contains quotes from the most popular personalities around the world. - These quotes will help: - In increasing your motivation - In making your life 10x better - Changing the way you live"

Andrew Carnegie, Buddha, Elon Musk, Franklin D. Roosevelt, George Eliot, Henry Ford, John D. Rockefeller, Lao Tzu, Mohandas Gandhi, Muhammad Ali, Napoleon Hill, Norman Vincent Peale, Oscar Wilde, Paulo Coelho, Sam Levenson, Sir Winston Churchill, Stephen King, Steve Jobs, Theodore Roosevelt, Vincent Van Gogh (Author), Nicholas Watson (Narrator)

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Americanism

"Immerse yourself in the powerful words of Theodore Roosevelt as he delivers his iconic 1915 speech, Americanism. In this stirring address, Roosevelt passionately advocates for the principles of true Americanism, emphasizing the importance of national unity, loyalty, and the responsibilities of citizenship. With a focus on upholding American values amidst the challenges of the early 20th century, Roosevelt’s speech is a timeless reminder of the strength and resilience that define the American spirit. This audio recording brings his fervent message to life, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the ideals that have shaped the nation. "

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Evan Schmitt (Narrator)

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The Strenuous Life

"The speech 'The Strenuous Life' by Theodore Roosevelt, is one of his most famous and enduring speeches. Delivered in Chicago on April 10, 1899, to the Hamilton Club, it served as a call to action for Americans to embrace hard work, duty, and perseverance as the foundation of a prosperous and strong nation. Roosevelt argued against a life of ease and inactivity, believing that such a life led to individual and national decay. Instead, he championed the virtues of hard work, physical strength, and moral integrity as essential to both personal fulfillment and the success of the country. Roosevelt's speech is imbued with the spirit of American exceptionalism and manifest destiny, urging Americans to take up the 'strenuous life' of active engagement in domestic and foreign affairs. He saw the challenges of his time—such as the frontier's closing, industrialization, and the United States' emergence as a world power—as opportunities for Americans to demonstrate their resilience and pioneering spirit. The speech also reflects Roosevelt's beliefs in imperialism and American expansionism, which were influential in his advocacy for the United States' role in the Spanish-American War and its aftermath, including the annexation of territories like Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines. Roosevelt argued that the strenuous life was not only about personal achievement but also about national duty and the moral obligation to bring American values and civilization to what he considered less developed parts of the world. 'The Strenuous Life' speech is emblematic of Roosevelt's larger body of work and philosophy, combining his advocacy for personal virtue with a vision of American global leadership. It remains a touchstone for discussions on American identity, values, and foreign policy."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), John Hemilton (Narrator)

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The Winning of the West, Vol. 4: Louisiana and the Northwest 1791–1807

"A Dusty Tomes Audio BookIn Cooperation with Spoken Realms The Winning of the West, Vol. 4: Louisiana and the Northwest 1791–1807 by Theodore Roosevelt. A Major US History Series in four volumes. G.P. Putnam’s Sons 1889. This is the final volume of the series. It was later reprinted in six volumes. My apologies for any misunderstanding. Aloha. Narrated by Joseph TablerNote - This book is ‘read as written'. It was published in 1889. It is in the public domain. We all know of Theodore Roosevelt the US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, and naturalist. But few know of him being an acclaimed historian. Roosevelt’s The Winning of the West quickly became a bestseller. The first edition of his book sold out in little more than a month and helped establish Roosevelt as a literary man and scholar, placing him on a path toward future greatness. CONTENTS OF THE FOURTH VOLUME: CHAPTER I. St. Clair’s Defeat, 1791CHAPTER II. Mad Anthony Wayne; And the Fight of the Fallen Timbers, 1792–1795CHAPTER III. Tennessee Becomes a State, 1791–1796CHAPTER IV. Intrigues and Land Speculations—The Treaties of Jay and Pinckney, 1793–1796CHAPTER V. The Men of the Western Waters, 1798–1802CHAPTER VI. The Purchase of Louisiana; And Burr’s Conspiracy, 1803–1807CHAPTER VII. The Explorers of the Far West, 1804–1807 Dusty Tomes Audio Books are public domain books retrieved from the ravages of time; Available as never before, as audio books, for your edification, pleasure, and consideration."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Joseph Tabler (Narrator)

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Books for Holidays in the Open

"A Dusty Tomes Audio BookIn Cooperation with Spoken Realms Books For the Holidays in the Open from: A Book-Lover’s Holidays in the Open by Theodore Roosevelt. Charles Scribner’s Sons 1916. Audio copyright 2023Note - This book is ‘read as written'. It was published in 1916. It is in the public domain. US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, naturalist, acclaimed historian … and a lover of books. This is an insight into Roosevelt’s reading interests and ideas about selecting reading material. From the Foreword: The beauty and charm of the wilderness are his for the asking, for the edges of the wilderness lie close beside the beaten roads of present travel. The joy of living is his who has the heart to demand it. Dusty Tomes Audio Books are public domain books retrieved from history. If today’s technology had been available when first printed, they would be audio books already. I am grateful for the opportunity to record them now. Read online at archive.org Narrator’s Note: I read only as written. These old books were once solid sellers for bookmen of their time. I believe they can shed light on their times and ours. Loving obscure and remote literature, they are a distinct pleasure for me to read to you. These turn out to be distant and unknown only so long as they remain unread or unheard. Aloha."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Joseph Tabler (Narrator)

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The Winning of the West, Vol. 3: The Founding of the Trans-Alleghany Commonwealths 1784–1790

"A Dusty Tomes Audio BookIn Cooperation with Spoken Realms The Winning of the West, Vol. 3: The Founding of the Trans-Alleghany Commonwealths 1784–1790 by Theodore Roosevelt. A Major US History Series in four volumes. G.P. Putnam’s Sons 1894. Narrated by Joseph TablerNote—This book is “read as written.” It was published in 1894. It is in the public domain. We all know of Theodore Roosevelt being the US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, and naturalist. But few know of him being an acclaimed historian. Roosevelt’s The Winning of the West quickly became a bestseller. The first edition of his book sold out in little more than a month and helped establish Roosevelt as a literary man and scholar, placing him on a path toward future greatness. CONTENTS OF THE THIRD VOLUME: CHAPTERI. The Inrush of Settlers, 1784–1787II. The Indian Wars, 1784–1787III. The Navigation of the Mississippi: Separatist Movements and Spanish Intrigues, 1784–1788IV. The State of Franklin, 1784–1788V. Kentucky’s Struggle For Statehood, 1784–1790VI. The Northwest Territory; Ohio, 1787–1790VII. The War in the Northwest, 1787–1790VIII. The Southwest Territory; Tennessee, 1788–1790 Dusty Tomes Audio Books are public domain books retrieved from the ravages of time; Available as never before, as audio books, for your edification, pleasure, and consideration."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Joseph Tabler (Narrator)

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The Winning of the West, Vol. 2: From the Alleghanies to the Mississippi, 1777–1783

"A Dusty Tomes Audio BookIn Cooperation with Spoken Realms The Winning of the West, Volume 2: From the Alleghanies to the Mississippi, 1777–1783 by Theodore Roosevelt. A Major US History Series in Four Volumes. G.P. Putnam’s Sons 1889. Narrated by Joseph TablerNote: This book is “read as written.” It was published in 1889. It is in the public domain. We all know of Theodore Roosevelt being the US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, and naturalist. BUT few know of him being an acclaimed historian. Roosevelt’s The Winning of the West quickly became a bestseller. The first edition of his book sold out in little more than a month and helped establish Roosevelt as a literary man and scholar, placing him on a path toward future greatness. (Gordon T. Belt’s The Posterity Project). CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME. CHAPTER I. The War in the Northwest, 1777–1778CHAPTER II. Clark’s Conquest of the Illinois, 1778CHAPTER III. Clark’s Campaign against Vincennes, 1779CHAPTER IV. Continuance of the Struggle in Kentucky and the Northwest, 1779–1781CHAPTER V. The Moravian Massacre, 1779–1783CHAPTER VI. The Administration of the Conquered French Settlements, 1779–1783CHAPTER VII. Kentucky until the End of the Revolution, 1782–1783CHAPTER VIII. The Holston Settlements, 1777–1779CHAPTER IX. King’s Mountain, 1780CHAPTER X. The Holston Settlements to the End of the Revolution, 1781–1783CHAPTER XI. Robertson Founds the Cumberland Settlement, I779–1780CHAPTER XII. The Cumberland Settlements to the Close of the Revolution, 1781–1783CHAPTER XIII. What the Westerners had Done During the Revolution Audio cover picture: Theodore Roosevelt Dusty Tomes Audio Books are public domain books retrieved from the ravages of time. Available as never before, as audio books, for your edification, pleasure, and consideration. Please excuse the dust."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Joseph Tabler (Narrator)

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A Rare Recording of Theodore Roosevelt

"When running as the third-party Progressive (Bull Moose) candidate for president of the United States in 1912, Theodore Roosevelt recorded a number of campaign speeches. Represented here are all of the cylinder recordings he made for the Edison Company in August of 1912, including "The Progressive Covenant with the People," "The Right of the People to Rule," "The Farmer and the Businessman," and "Social and Industrial Justice.""

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Theodore Roosevelt (Narrator)

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The Winning of the West, Vol. 1: From the Alleghanies to the Mississippi, 1769–1776

"A Dusty Tomes Audio BookIn Cooperation with Spoken Realms The Winning of the West by Theodore Roosevelt. A Major US History Series in four volumes. G.P. Putnam’s Sons, 1889.Volume One—From the Alleghanies to the Mississippi, 1769–1776 Narrated by Joseph TablerNote—This book is “read as written.” It was published in 1889. It is in the public domain. We all know of Theodore Roosevelt being the US president from 1901 to 1909, an American politician, statesman, soldier, conservationist, and naturalist. But few know of him being an acclaimed historian. Roosevelt’s The Winning of the West quickly became a bestseller. The first edition of his book sold out in little more than a month and helped establish Roosevelt as a literary man and scholar, placing him on a path toward future greatness. CONTENTS OF THE FIRST VOLUME: PrefaceCHAPTER I. THE SPREAD OF THE ENGLISH SPEAKING PEOPLES.CHAPTER II. THE FRENCH OF THE OHIO VALLEY, 1763–1775.CHAPTER III. THE APPALACHIAN CONFEDERACIES, 1765–1775.CHAPTER IV. THE ALGONQUINS OF THE NORTHWEST, 1769–1774.CHAPTER V. THE BACKWOODSMEN OF THE ALLEGHANIES, 1769–1774.CHAPTER VI. BOON AND THE LONG HUNTERS; AND THEIR HUNTING IN NO-MAN’S-LAND, 1769–1774.CHAPTER VII. SEVIER, ROBERTSON, AND THE WATAUGA COMMONWEALTH, 1769–1774.CHAPTER VIII. LORD DUNMORE’S WAR, 1774.CHAPTER IX. THE BATTLE OF THE GREAT KANAWHA; AND LOGAN’S SPEECH, 1774.CHAPTER X. BOON AND THE SETTLEMENT OF KENTUCKY, 1775.CHAPTER XI. IN THE CURRENT OF THE REVOLUTION—THE SOUTHERN BACKWOODSMEN OVERWHELM THE CHEROKEES, 1776.CHAPTER XII. GROWTH AND CIVIL ORGANIZATION OF KENTUCKY, 1776. Dusty Tomes Audio Books are public domain books retrieved from the ravages of time. Available as never before, as audio books, for your edification, pleasure, and consideration."

Theodore Roosevelt (Author), Joseph Tabler (Narrator)

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Audiobooks by Theodore Roosevelt

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