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Awakening the Spirit of America

FDR’s War of Words with Charles Lindinbergh–and the Battle to Save Democracy

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Awakening the Spirit of America

De: Paul M. Sparrow
Narrado por: Malcolm Hillgartner
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Franklin Roosevelt awoke on September 1, 1939 to the news that Germany invaded Poland, signaling the start of World War II. The president warned for years that Hitler's fascist regime posed an existential threat to democracy, but the American public remained stubbornly isolationist as fascist sympathizing groups, egged on by right wing media stars promoting anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, plotted to overthrow the president.

The situation was dire, and Roosevelt found himself facing an unexpected adversary: Charles Lindbergh. Wildly popular, the famed aviator's youthful charm, plainspoken rhetoric, and media magnetism earned him a massive following as he led an attack on FDR's policies. The German government provided secret funds to Lindbergh's Nazi followers as he led the radical America First Committee in an effort to prevent Roosevelt from aiding England's survival—and the world's.

Awakening the Spirit of America shows how Roosevelt overcame the forces aligned against him in a war against fascism. Paul Sparrow, former director of the FDR Presidential Library, reveals how FDR's triumph of leadership was by no means a foregone conclusion. Awakening the Spirit of America provides a riveting account of FDR's ultimate victory over pro-Nazi isolationists and provides vital insight into American history and an iconic president.

©2024 Paul M. Sparrow (P)2024 Tantor Américas Estados Unidos Guerras y Conflictos Militar Política y Activismo Presidentes y Jefes de Estado Segunda Guerra Mundial

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For a book that was billed as a tug-of-war between Roosevelt and Lindberg, it isn’t that. Churchill gets more ink than Lindberg. It’s a bit disappointing that way. As a history of Roosevelt finessing America into position for its unavoidable entry into World War Two, it’s fascinating and well worth the listen. Trust the title, not the blurbs.

Trust the title, not the blurbs.

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The skill of the writer and the narrator make this book is a page turner. Sparrow has obviously done his homework. He writes concisely, but with enough detail to bring you into the moment. I found his views to be very objective, and agree that this story resonates with our present day situation.

A Captivating Story

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Paul Sparrow's book brings alive the twists and turns of the often-harrowing days leading up to America's entry into World War Ii. His writing is clear, vivid, and illuminating, particularly in describing Lindbergh's role in the isolationist movement; Churchill's developing and crucial partnership with FDR; and the brilliant tactical and visionary leadership of FDR. Well-done! It's an affirming tale of the commitment to democracy that we can learn from in our times.

The narration was excellent as well.

An Amazing and Stirring History

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Awakening the Spirit of America tells the tale of FDR and his difficult task of moving America away from isolationism in the face of fascist (and Japan's militaristic) threats before America's entry into the War. It is well-written, and the narration is impeccable and pleasing. It lays out the issues with the Neutrality Act and how FDR gradually modified our stance in spite of its unpopularity by instituting Cash and Carry and then Lend Lease leading to the repeal of the Act and industrial mobilization and finally securing authorization for American naval assets to fight back against the German submarine and surface raider threat in the Atlantic as well making America the Arsenal of Democracy. FDR's foil is Charles Lindbergh and America First but to tell you the truth the focus is more on FDR and his efforts rather than the isolationist movement as a significant factor fighting him. The emphasis is on FDR's speeches and fireside chats and his war of words with Lindbergh. It was a mouse fighting a titan. If you like reading about FDR, then you should enjoy this book. I sure did. I enjoyed learning how FDR took popular opinion into account and how he took small, palatable steps toward his goal as a master politician and statesman. The author has access to FDR's papers and the book is chock full of illuminating daily highlights along the way. Highly recommended.

Preparing for war

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Voice artist was excellent but this is the most disingenuous book I've had the misfortune to hear. Starts from a title that doesn't represent the content: to the constant demagoguery of anyone who held a different opinion than FDR. I can't for the life of me understand why a nationally know conservative non-profit director recommended this book other than the attempt toward the end to cast FDR as a moral Saint by cherrying picking the Christian references from radio addresses and speeches.

Taking Liberties

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