To America (Abridged): Personal Reflections of an Historian Audiobook

" Ambrose offers an eclectic set of historical profiles and his opinions about each topic or event. I enjoyed his writing style. His casual source citations detracted from the work. For my tastes, I tired of his constant references about his academic background, research activities, and teaching experiences. Since this was Ambrose's last book, I should not pass judgement on his selection and presentation of these historical events. I would like to read another of his books, especially one of the biographies he published early in his career. "

" For anyone that loves Ametican history and wants to uncover a few of the mysteries of recording of history in a non-biased way. It might be interesting for this who love Band of Brothers, but do not care too much for Jefferson (me). Many may not like Ambrose, but this is a heartfelt journey of an aged historian and could change your mind about him. "

" Patriotic words from one of the greatest members of the greatest generation. This is his final will and testament, written with love and respect for all kinds of readers. It's his vision for all that America is--and could be. "

" I really adore Ambrose's writing style. Very clear and crisp, and he's a great storyteller. This was one of the books that got me interested in history (although the subject is now buried in my mind because of the intense amount of science). "

" Fantastic book on History and an incredible recorder of history. Highly recommend! "

" Another "textbook" for Post WWII History. It gave a good insight from a widely-known and intuitive historian, but there were some things that were wishy-washy and things I thought were bit vague. But in general, in interesting overview of certain events in our nation's history. "

" Very interesting views on different parts of American history... Not your usual boring textbook -- Stephen Ambrose has a way of telling history in stories... It's a great read, although I must admit that there's a chapter or two at the end that he could have left out... :) "

" very inspiring - made me want to study history more fervently. "

" Probably the best history book I have read. Profound insights from a man who spent his life studying and writing about history. You have to read his spot on assessment of our founding fathers. GREAT book. "

" This is much more of a historiography than a history. But very interesting how the author gets into his subjects and how he researches them. "

" This book is like having several conversations with Stephen Ambrose (a well respectred historian and author) about his views of America, from WWII to race relations. "

" Great read... each chapter covers a different (yet important) event in US History. "

" Serious history lessons from this person's point of view and experience. "

" this is probably only for the historians at heart. If you like Ambrose, you'll appreciate this book. It's like getting to sit down and interview him. "

" Excellent content covered in this book. Lots of pros and cons on each President and political person he discusses. Just when I think he agrees with my historical reflection of a person, he finds another side to present...so it isnt a skewering or a pedastal for anyone! "

" A (too short !!!) great review of many topics in American History -- from the Revolution to the Transcontinental Railroad to Vietnam to Nixon. Wonderful read. "

" Interesting glimpse into Stephen Ambrose's perspective. "

" A great selection of the figures from American history that Ambrose thinks are important. "

" A quick history lesson from a great writer, worth every minute of time spent reading it. "

" I love this book... I used parts of it to teach a comparative history course. Amrose is at his best... chewing on issues that produce great discussions about what makes America what it is. "

" Sad that we had to come to the end of Stephen's books. Well done and thank you! "

" I really enjoyed the beginning of this book, but near the end I felt it became less about America and more an autobiography. It was required reading for school so I had to finish it, but I was definitely dragging through "

" Ambrose is so far my favorite modern historian (Mormon is my favorite ancient one) "

" Probably the best history book I have read. Profound insights from a man who spent his life studying and writing about history. You have to read his spot on assessment of our founding fathers. GREAT book. "

" I love this book... I used parts of it to teach a comparative history course. Amrose is at his best... chewing on issues that produce great discussions about what makes America what it is. "

" This is the last book written by this author, before he died. He went over subjects ( history)that he had written in previous books.He wrote a lot about the Wars and the past presidents. "