
A vivid portrait of America at the turn of the twentieth century unfolds through the lens of its most energetic president. The narrative walks listeners through Roosevelt’s bold domestic agenda, from the fight against monopolies and steel trusts to the sweeping conservation projects that reshaped the nation’s landscapes. It also captures the vibrancy of his cabinet, the excitement of the Panama Canal’s completion, and the social turbulence of major labor disputes.
Beyond Washington, the volume explores the United States’ expanding role on the world stage. Roosevelt’s diplomatic tactics in China, his leadership at the early Hague conferences, and his initiatives in Latin America reveal a president eager to shape global affairs. Interwoven with detailed maps and illustrations, the story offers a nuanced picture of progress, conflict, and the ideals that drove a transformative era. Listeners will gain a deeper appreciation for the policies and personalities that defined a pivotal chapter in American history.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (354K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Don Kostuch
Release date
2007-12-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1844–1917
A Civil War veteran who went on to become a prominent economist and university leader, he helped shape public debates about education, history, and reform in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His career carried him from the pulpit and the classroom to the presidencies of major institutions including Brown University and the University of Nebraska.
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