From Washington to Biden: A Candid Look at U.S. Presidents
Tessa Holder
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
From Washington to Biden: A Candid Look at U.S. Presidents invites readers on a captivating journey through American history, exploring the personalities, policies, and legacies of the nation's leaders.The book provides an in-depth look at the pivotal moments that shaped the United States, from the founding fathers to the modern era. It delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by each president, revealing their unique contributions to the nation's development.The detailed profiles examine the character, motivations, and key decisions of every president, offering a comprehensive understanding of their impact on the country. The book also explores the complex relationships between the presidents and their advisors, Congress, and the American people.From Washington to Biden is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the evolution of its presidency. The book offers a balanced and insightful perspective on the leaders who have guided the nation through times of great change and turmoil. It provides a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike.
Duration - 2h 28m.
Author - Tessa Holder.
Narrator - Digital Voice Melissa G.
Published Date - Sunday, 05 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Brian Wilbert ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. From Washington to Biden: A Candid Look at U.S. Presidents invites readers on a captivating journey through American history, exploring the personalities, policies, and legacies of the nation's leaders.The book provides an in-depth look at the pivotal moments that shaped the United States, from the founding fathers to the modern era. It delves into the challenges and triumphs faced by each president, revealing their unique contributions to the nation's development.The detailed profiles examine the character, motivations, and key decisions of every president, offering a comprehensive understanding of their impact on the country. The book also explores the complex relationships between the presidents and their advisors, Congress, and the American people.From Washington to Biden is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the evolution of its presidency. The book offers a balanced and insightful perspective on the leaders who have guided the nation through times of great change and turmoil. It provides a valuable resource for students, scholars, and general readers alike. Duration - 2h 28m. Author - Tessa Holder. Narrator - Digital Voice Melissa G. Published Date - Sunday, 05 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Brian Wilbert ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: The Father of the Nation: George Washington 3
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Washington's Vision for America 3
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The Revolutionary War and its Impact 6
Duration:00:07:25
Chapter 2: The Statesman President: John Adams 10
Duration:00:00:04
The Election of 1796 and the Rise of Parties 10
Duration:00:07:04
The Alien and Sedition Acts and Freedom of Speech 13
Duration:00:05:53
Chapter 3: The Visionary President: Thomas Jefferson 16
Duration:00:00:05
Jeffersonian Democracy and the Louisiana Purchase 16
Duration:00:07:08
The War of 1812 and the Growth of Nationalism 19
Duration:00:06:28
Chapter 4: The Hero President: James Madison 23
Duration:00:00:05
The Second War of Independence and the Burning of Washington 23
Duration:00:07:16
The Hartford Convention and the Threat of Secession 26
Duration:00:04:58
Chapter 5: The Era of Expansion: James Monroe 29
Duration:00:00:05
The Monroe Doctrine and American Isolationism 29
Duration:00:06:46
The Purchase of Florida and the Acquisition of Texas 32
Duration:00:08:30
Chapter 6: The Democratic President: Andrew Jackson 36
Duration:00:00:05
The Indian Removal Act and the Trail of Tears 36
Duration:00:05:52
The Bank War and the Battle for Control 38
Duration:00:06:03
Chapter 7: The Accidental President: John Tyler 42
Duration:00:00:05
The Tyler Administration and the Whig Split 42
Duration:00:06:11
The Annexation of Texas and the Mexican-American War 44
Duration:00:07:50
Chapter 8: The War President: James K. Polk 48
Duration:00:00:04
The Mexican-American War and the Acquisition of New Territory 48
Duration:00:07:18
The Polk Doctrine and the Expansion of American Influence 51
Duration:00:07:21
Chapter 9: The Compromiser President: Millard Fillmore 55
Duration:00:00:05
The Compromise of 1850 and the Preservation of the Union 55
Duration:00:06:32
The Kansas-Nebraska Act and the Rise of Sectionalism 58
Duration:00:06:31
Chapter 10: The Secessionist President: Jefferson Davis 61
Duration:00:00:05
The Formation of the Confederate States of America 61
Duration:00:06:16
The Outbreak of the Civil War and the Battle of Fort Sumter 63
Duration:00:06:20
Chapter 11: The Unifier President: Abraham Lincoln 67
Duration:00:00:06
The Emancipation Proclamation and the Abolition of Slavery 67
Duration:00:05:47
The Gettysburg Address and the Meaning of Liberty 69
Duration:00:05:57