Burr Audiobook By James Johnson cover art

Burr

America's First Supervillain

 Preview

Audible Standard 30-day free trial

Try Standard free
Select 1 audiobook a month from our entire collection of titles.
Yours as long as you’re a member.
Get unlimited access to bingeable podcasts.
Standard auto renews for $8.99 a month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Burr

By: James Johnson
Narrated by: Derek Ashley
Try Standard free

$8.99 a month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy for $6.41

Buy for $6.41

Aaron Burr. Founding Father. Vice President. And the man who shot Alexander Hamilton dead in cold blood. But that was just the beginning. In Burr: America’s First Supervillain, JJ uncovers the real story of the most dangerous man in early American history — a man who fought in the Revolution, rose to the top of the political ladder, and then tried to build an empire of his own. From his cold childhood and battlefield exploits, to the infamous duel and the treason trial of the century, this is a biography that reads like a thriller — because it is one. Forget the powdered wigs and patriotic quotes. This is about power, betrayal, and a man who would rather rule in exile than serve in silence. He aimed for the throne. He got the gallows. And America would never be the same.

©2025 James Johnson (P)2025 James Johnson Biographies & Memoirs Historical
All stars
Most relevant

Listener received this title free

I went into this audiobook knowing very little about Aaron Burr, but I learned a lot and walked away fascinated. The author manages to take a less discussed historical subject and make it feel incredibly fresh with quick-hitting facts and a sharp, witty writing style. The narrator also made this audiobook experience stand out. He brought a fantastic level of energy to the performance, and combined perfectly with the author’s style. If you’re looking for a short-form history that’s as entertaining as it is educational, this is a must-listen!

A high-energy (and quick!) dive into history

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

I recently listened to this short audiobook about Aaron Burr, and while the content itself was engaging and informative, what truly brought the story to life was the narrator’s performance. The narrator struck the perfect balance between clarity and expression, guiding me through Burr’s complex life with ease. Their pacing kept the history moving smoothly without ever feeling rushed, and they infused just enough tone and energy to make even the more intricate political details accessible and interesting.

This audiobook is worth it for the content, but it’s the narrator who transforms it into such a captivating listen.

Enjoyable short history of Aaron Burr

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

Like some fans of the play, Hamilton, I was left wanting to know more of Aaron Burr, what happened after the duel, and gain more insight to the man he was. This book was short but provided a great amount of detail about his life and ambitions. Rather than satisfying the need for more, now I am inspired to dig even deeper into history.
The narrator’s voice is rich, good tone & speed, and kept me locked in. He sounded interested in & excited to talk the material. It was like sitting with a friend having them share the cool things they learned. Highly recommend!

Very interesting!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

This is a great quick way to learn about Aaron Burr. He was way more than what you learn in Hamilton. The author writes with a quick wit and the narrator performs with a clear voice that keeps you engaged.

Quick History - That is fun!

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.

Listener received this title free

I really enjoyed getting to learn more about Aaron Burr! I loved how short this was - it was just right for me. Loved the narration too, kept me engaged the whole time!

A Great Listen

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
See more reviews