Originally published in 1992, Cramer's lengthy, well-researched examination of the 1988 U.S. presidential election may speak of years gone by--but the inclusion of President-Elect Joe Biden makes it quite current. Sadly, Keith Sellon-Wright's workmanlike performance does little to take the facts and commentary beyond the pedestrian. Much of the audiobook addresses the early lives and political careers of the Democratic and Republican primary contenders of that year, and of the ultimate race for the highest office in the land. Sellon-Wright's narration, despite being friendly, mellow, and well measured, does not even approach the drama one might expect of its peeks into what we used to call "smoky back rooms."
Pub Date: March 31, 2020
Duration: 54 hrs, 30 mins
DD ISBN: 9781541438927
Publisher: Tantor Media
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Buckley offers a reasonable proposal for a national service program without jail or criminal penalties. Narrator Lawrence reads with a slow and careful announcer's voice; one wishes Buckley were reading this one himself. Books on Tape does its usual quality job with formatting, packaging and tape-turning instructions. The reader repeats the last sentence at such times, so you're sure you haven't missed anything. Popular nonfiction collections will appreciate Gratitude, and the topic is likely to prove timely in the years ahead.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 5 hrs
Publisher: Books on Tape
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Kozol’s shocking exposé of inequities in the funding of our public schools contrasts white suburban schools with those serving black and Hispanic populations. Interviews with students, teachers, and school administrators add eloquent testimony to Kozol’s disturbing presentation of facts. Narration by Jack Winston is clear and brisk, but the pace is unrelenting, with little pause for transition between scenes or chapters. Winston’s cool, detached voice contrasts with Kozol’s impasssioned and outraged message. The sheer repetition and magnitude of Kozol’s damning evidence is numbing; the narration gives no relief. Powerful medicine, most easily taken in small doses. Music signalling tape changes is jarringly inappropriate.
Pub Date: N/A
Duration: 8 hrs
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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