David S. Brown | 'In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution'

About this episode

David S. Brown discusses his biography of Theodore Roosevelt, exploring his complex views and historical significance.

David S. Brown is a prolific author who applies academic rigor and a literary sensibility to illuminate key moments and personalities through American history. His highly praised new book, In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution , analyzes a leader like no other in a time very much like our own. In this wide-ranging discussion, Brown analyzes Roosevelt’s “complex” mix of conservative and radical views, his protean personality, and how we can apply history to the challenges of our time. Publisher’s Summary From acclaimed historian and author of the “marvelous” ( The New York Times Book Review ) The Last American Aristocrat comes a captivating new biography of Teddy Roosevelt, exploring the life of America’s 26th president and his pivotal role in shaping the dawn of the American Century. Theodore Roosevelt was one of America’s most fascinating presidents—a complex man both publicly and privately. In this sweeping biography, historian David S. Brown takes us on an electrifying journey through Theodore Roosevelt’s life—from his privileged New York upbringing to his transformative presidency that reshaped America’s role on the global stage. In the Arena vividly…

People in this episode

Guest: David S. Brown

Topics covered

• Theodore Roosevelt
• American history
• leadership
• biography

Keywords

• war
• peace
• revolution
• American Century

Mentioned in this episode

Products: In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution

Books & works: In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution', In the Arena: Theodore Roosevelt in War, Peace, and Revolution, The Last American Aristocrat, In the Arena, a Nobel Peace Prize, Mornings on Horseback, Rise of the Rocket Girls, The Beast in the Clouds, Revolver: Sam Colt and the Six-Shooter That, the Rough Rider

Places: America, New York, the United States, San Juan

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