Gumption
Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America's Gutsiest Troublemakers
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Narrated by:
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Nick Offerman
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Nick Offerman
About this listen
The star of Parks and Recreation and author of the New York Times best seller Paddle Your Own Canoe returns with a second book that humorously highlights 21 figures from our nation’s history, from her inception to present day - Nick’s personal pantheon of “great Americans".
To millions of people, Nick Offerman is America. Both Nick and his character, Ron Swanson, are known for their humor and patriotism in equal measure.
After the great success of his autobiography, Paddle Your Own Canoe, Offerman now focuses on the lives of those who inspired him. From George Washington to Willie Nelson, he describes 21 heroic figures and why they inspire in him such great meaning. He’ll combine both serious history with light-hearted humor - comparing, say, George Washington’s wooden teeth to his own experience as a woodworker. The subject matter will also allow Offerman to expound upon his favorite topics, which listeners love to hear - areas such as religion, politics, woodworking and handcrafting, agriculture, creativity, philosophy, fashion, and, of course, meat.
©2015 Nick Offerman (P)2015 Penguin AudioWhat listeners say about Gumption
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- Jack
- 2019-02-26
The best non-self help, help book.
If listening to Nick Offerman’s voice for near 11 hours isn’t enough enticement to get this book, then be assured that the messages laid out in each chapter will make you think about some of your motivations in life, while also adding some new ones.
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- Anonymous User
- 2019-11-20
Offerman Better Than Ever
Nick Offerman becomes your bedside buddy with this performance, where he shows both his insightful humour and his gift for language as he ingratiates himself to you--as if you didn't already love him. The highlight here is a fantastic vocabulary that permeates a very analytical take by Offerman on his gutsy troublemakers. If "Paddle Your Own Canoe" was a drop in the bucket, then this is a rainstorm.
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-03-05
Stunning Performance from Offerman
The way Nick Offerman writes about his favourire troublemakers is touching and hilarious. Listen now!
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- David Power
- 2024-06-20
a pleasant review of Americana
Mr Offerman's dulcet tones make for an enjoyable review of American culture. It was a little too American focused for my taste, but he did an admirable job completing the task he set for himself in penning this collection
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