American, Chris Matthews
American, Chris Matthews
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American
Beyond Our Grandest Notions

Author: Chris Matthews

Narrator: Chris Matthews

Unabridged: 3 hr 44 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/01/2002


Synopsis

From Chris Matthews, former host of MSNBC’s Hardball and NBC’s The Chris Matthews Show, and New York Times bestselling author of Bobby Kennedy, Jack Kennedy, and Tip and the Gipper, comes a definitive work on the lifeblood of America—its enduring spirit.

People have often wondered what makes America truly great. With a citizenry of vastly different races, religions, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds, what intangible bond unites and defines us as "Americans"? In his own inimitable style, Chris Matthews offers a portrait of a country born of contradictions. We are a people reluctant to fight, who become ferocious when threatened or attacked. We are a deeply practical nation, yet we stand as the world's great optimists. Inherently suspicious of governmental power, we still embrace our flag in times of danger. Fiercely independent, in love with freedom, and eager to face the future, we are like no other people on earth.

Matthews asserts that our greatest strength is a set of distinct notions that comprise our national character. The self-made man. The reluctant warrior. The lone hero. We celebrate them in our popular culture and throughout our history, from 1776 to 9/11. In American, Matthews explores the best America stands for and portrays our country as a beacon for the modern world—unafraid of challenges, moving ever forward, and ready and willing to prevail.

About Chris Matthews

Chris Matthews is a veteran political journalist, television commentator, and bestselling author known for his sharp insights, historical depth, and no-nonsense approach to American politics. As the longtime host of Hardball with Chris Matthews, he became a household name, grilling politicians and analyzing the biggest stories of the day with his signature wit and energy. Before his career in media, Matthews worked as a speechwriter for President Jimmy Carter and served as Chief of Staff to House Speaker Tip O’Neill, giving him a front-row seat to the inner workings of Washington. His books, including Hardball, Jack Kennedy: Elusive Hero, and Tip and the Gipper: When Politics Worked, blend personal experience with historical analysis, offering readers a compelling look at power, leadership, and the art of politics. With a deep love for history and a passion for public service, Matthews remains a respected voice in political discourse, known for his ability to connect the past with the present in an engaging and insightful way.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Mike

This is Chris Matthew's version of a "USA" chant at a hockey game.......more

Goodreads review by Robert

A surprising read in many ways. I have always viewed Chris Matthews as a hard left kind of guy, but in this book he seems to take the position of a classic liberals interpretation of american history. Throughout the book he covers major american personalities from sports to politics. It was an inter......more

Goodreads review by Mark

Chris Mathews is at the other philosophical spectrum from my perspective so I begin this read with some reluctance...I do so at the urging of a niece who is 3 "goose-steps" to the right of me...if she liked it then maybe I will...very similar in tone with Bill Bennett's "Vitues" series...I like the......more