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Stealing George Washington: The Heist That Shook the Library of Congress Audiobook
Heist Shook: Stealing George Washington by Daniel Stone is an unabridged English audiobook narrated by the author. It recounts the 1897 theft of George Washington’s diary and other Revolutionary-era artefacts from the Library of Congress, alongside the investigation and trial that followed.
At a glance
- Covers the theft of George Washington’s diary and other American historical documents in 1897.
- Follows the Secret Service investigation, collectors and dealers, and the ensuing trial.
- Narrated by author Daniel Stone.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The single-narrator format keeps the historical account in the author’s own voice.
- The story combines a documented theft with the institutional pressures facing the Library of Congress at the time.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 45 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Narrator | Daniel Stone |
| Author | Daniel Stone |
|---|---|
| Publisher | William Morrow |
| Publication date | 2 Feb. 2027 |
What to know before buying
- The listed publication date is 2 Feb. 2027. Confirm availability and edition timing before purchase if buying ahead of publication.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in US history, the Library of Congress, historical document thefts, or nineteenth-century investigations.
- Buyers seeking an unabridged audiobook narrated by its author.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a print or ebook edition, or a shorter abridged audio version.
Frequently asked questions
What is Stealing George Washington about?
It tells the story of the 1897 theft of George Washington’s diary and other historical artefacts from the Library of Congress, the investigation, and the trial.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The listing names author Daniel Stone as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 45 minutes.
Is this an abridged edition?
The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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