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Mornings on Horseback The Story of an Extraordinary Family a Vanished Way of Life and the Unique Child Who Became Theodore Roosevelt David McCullough Books

Has there ever been a bad David McCullough book? His book on the early years of Theodore Roosevelt is excellent, easy to read and covers the years most people skip over when talking about TR. Its an interesting look into his family, his childhood, his relationship with his brother and sisters and how the family came first no matter what. You also get an insight into political activities at the time and TR's rise in the Republican party. Its an interesting look at NY society, how the wealthy were supposed to act, and how TR's father influenced him and his outlook on public service. All in all, an excellent read...


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Mornings on Horseback The Story of an Extraordinary Family a Vanished Way of Life and the Unique Child Who Became Theodore Roosevelt David McCullough Books Reviews

I just finished this book on Teddy Roosevelt written by one of the greatest biography writers ever. I have read all of McCullough's books and not one has disappointed. He and Doris Kearns Goodwin are my favorite writers. Great storytelling of the lives, personality, family moments, friends writings on Teddy, all his adventures etc. Most people think non-fiction biographies are surely boring. This one will have you laughing, amazed by the incredible adventures Teddy took on his own all over the world, his love and appreciation of other peoples and cultures, and his forward-thinking legislative action he brought up with great passion for passage in Congress. A great story by a great author.
This book is on par with the other David McCullough books I have read. His in-depth descriptions of the many people who fill the Roosevelt's world is so vivid that you feel like you are in the scene watching them. Having twice watched the PBS series on the Roosevelts, I wasn't sure I could learn a whole lot more, but I was wrong. McCullough shows how prim and proper and class- conscious the wealthy people were in the 19th century. They rarely showed their true feelings but instead, acted as one of the upper class was expected to behave. The book begins with the story of the grandfather of Theodore and ends with Teddy's death. The family was very wealthy but at the same time, felt a duty to help others who were less fortunate. I could hardly put down the book and loved every minute of reading it.
If you've read bios on Roosevelt before, but not this one, you'll find more new material and insight than you might have imagined. The book focuses on Roosevelt's younger life in a story which is every bit as compelling and deep as his exploits later in life. No one is more qualified to write this story than our living national treasure David McCoullough. All the depth and quality of a carefully researched academic study but as compelling as any story in any novel. I thought I liked Roosevelt before -I like him even better now!
I hesitated to purchase this book, even though I love McCullough's writing, because I had already read Morris's Roosevelt trilogy and thought it unlikely this volume would add much to what I had already read in Morris's books. I'm glad I gave it a chance, though, as I found it to be a delightful take on Teddy's early years. While there wasn't much in the way of details or information that was significantly different than the first volume of Morris, it was still an excellent read and I never tire of young Theodore's exploits. Even if you've already read up on Roosevelt, I recommend you give McCullough's treatment a chance.
If you’re looking for a typical biography on Theodore Roosevelt this is not the book for you. This book does not pretend to be a book designed to detail the life of TR from aristocrat to rough rider to president.

David McCullough presents a biography on the Roosevelt family and explains how the family was brought up, how they interacted with each other, and how much they loved each other. Granted, Theodore plays a big part in the book, it really is more an analysis about the development of character and virtues that came to define one’s life than it is a linear biography.

This would probably be the ideal book to read before tackling a more traditional biography on Roosevelt. I found McCullough, as always, to be rich with detail, candid, and depicting the Roosevelt clan in an engaging manner. My only critique is the chapter that describes Theodore’s experience in the badlands as I felt it was rather slow. Also, it would’ve been nice if McCullough detailed Theodore’s relationship was Frederic Remington better, but overall this is a must read for anyone looking to begin reading about Theodore Roosevelt
Mr McCullough does entertain. I like his style of writing. This book has been in print for quite some time as this was one of his first books written. I have read two other biographies on Teddy Roosevelt, but they focused on Teddy as President. This biography is 95% about his early life and it leads up to the time of his in office as President. Same guy, but different focus of the author. If you like Teddy, then this book will be a nice addition for you. I hope this helps.
Mr. McCullough's "Mornings on Horseback" is an account of the early life of Theodore Roosevelt. I have read a number of books on the life of this extraordinary man (I still feel the 3 volume Edmund Morris work is the definitive biography of President Roosevelt). This volume focuses on the Roosevelt family and life in the late 19th century. Mr. McCullough's belief is that his early family life strongly shaped TR's persona. This is very nice, one volume introduction to TR. It is also nice complimentary work that fleshes out his family life. GREAT READ!!(1)
Has there ever been a bad David McCullough book? His book on the early years of Theodore Roosevelt is excellent, easy to read and covers the years most people skip over when talking about TR. Its an interesting look into his family, his childhood, his relationship with his brother and sisters and how the family came first no matter what. You also get an insight into political activities at the time and TR's rise in the Republican party. Its an interesting look at NY society, how the wealthy were supposed to act, and how TR's father influenced him and his outlook on public service. All in all, an excellent read...