The Truth About Trump

By: Michael D'Antonio

Narrated by: Eric Pollins

The Truth About Trump is a revealing unauthorized biography featuring firsthand interviews, including with "the Donald" himself, by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Michael D'Antonio.

He is one of the world’s most successful businessmen—and a man who many Americans love to hate. So how did Donald Trump become a serious contender in the race for the country’s highest office? His critics think his run for president is a marketing campaign for the Trump brand. His supporters believe that he can make America great again. The only thing both sides can agree on is that Trump is a man whose appetite for wealth, attention, power, and conquest is insatiable. In this up-close-and-personal biography, author Michael D’Antonio draws upon extensive and exclusive interviews with Trump himself to present the full story behind this American icon—from his early life to the headlines of today.

“Carefully reported and fair-minded.”—USA Today
“A brisk and entertaining read.” —The Washington Post

Previously published in hardcover as Never Enough.

He is more despicable than you thought

I was first aware of Trump sometime in the early 80s. I was not a fan. My opinion is unchanged, but I must admit that I was not familiar with most of his pathetic and petty acts and statements recounted in this book. Having read it, my revulsion is better explained. I look forward to a day when I can watch a newscast and not hear him mentioned...ever again. For him, as the author makes clear, that day will be hell.

I am, by the way, a Republican. I did not cast a presidential ballot in 2016, and I am ashamed of “Republicans” in the House and Senate who tolerate and even defend this man. They should be taken in custody and subjected to a reading of this narrative.

In the end, the reader will realize what a small and ignorant person this Trump really is...no, come to think of it, many will not. I wish that I had not purchased this book. I wish that I had not read this book. I recommend it only to sufferers of chronic constipation; at least you will be able to puke.

Most comprehensive history of Trump with important insights

This well written book was clearly well researched and each chapter of trump’s life was told with a clear context of the time period. The author allows you to draw your own conclusions for the most part but at the end gives us his take on some aspects of trump’s story and personality. Since he spent much time interviewing him I appreciated his insight.

an apologist perspective

ugh! I wish I would've listened to the last chapter first, as it would have spared me alot of wonder. the author describes the subject's behavior then seems to try to justify it with surface psycho babble, that seems apologetic. having read countless books and articles on the subject, it was just too much. actually, in light of the subjects most recent behavior, it was enough to gag a maggot. ack.

Interesting but loses clarity

Liked some of the more well-known stories by adding depth but more obscure stories were difficult to understand exactly what happened and the significance.

An Even-Handed Look

I learned several things about Donald Trump, many of which are to be admired. I also gained some insight into how he built his fortune. Mr. Trump possesses both positive attributes and significant flaws - which most of us do. In his case, however, it all gets magnified by his forceful personality. All in all, a "good listen"