American Men of Action


Lu par William Tomcho

(4.5 stars; 13 reviews)

In this book, Burton Egbert Stevenson writes a brief biography of some of the most noteworthy men in American history. He begins at the very beginning of the history of America with Christopher Columbus and proceeds forward with the story of people who made America what it is today by their respective vocations. It is interesting to note that the vast majority of the subjects started in poverty and excelled financially and in stature.

He makes something that could be very dull, a very readable and enjoyable book. (Summary by William Tomcho) (8 hr 42 min)

Chapitres

Chapter 1 A Talk about Biography 21:38 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 2 The Beginners Part 1 25:11 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 2 The Beginners Part 2 22:03 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 2 The Beginners Part 3 24:43 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 3 Washington to Lincoln Part 1 21:07 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 3 Washington to Lincoln Part 2 26:43 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 3 Washington to Lincoln Part 3 27:24 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 4 Lincoln and His Successors Part 1 23:42 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 4 Lincoln and His Successors Part 2 15:27 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 4 Lincoln and His Successors Part 3 17:04 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 5 Statesmen Part 1 16:20 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 5 Statesman Part 2 23:45 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 5 Statesman Part 3 22:06 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 6 Pioneers Part 1 18:05 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 6 Pioneers Part 2 21:25 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 6 Pioneers Part 3 30:10 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 7 Great Soldiers Part 1 26:27 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 7 Great Soldiers Part 2 22:39 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 7 Great Soldiers Part 3 26:32 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 8 Great Sailors Part 1 21:02 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 8 Great Sailors Part 2 27:17 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 8 Great Sailors Part 3 20:55 Lu par William Tomcho
Chapter 8 Great Sailors Part 4 20:58 Lu par William Tomcho

Critiques

Tremendous Book, so well read!


(5 stars)

This is interesting, expertly written in my opinion, &, read by a LibriVox Volunteer whom, I found, wonderful to listen to, as his voice is both comforting & interesting. Our reader brought a genuine warmth to what can be awfully dry material. I've gone back & listened to some chapters again because, truly loved this work.


(5 stars)

The reader is clear, and the text is an easy to follow overview of American history.

good stories week told


(5 stars)

consistently one of the most enjoyable readers. thank you.