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Eleanor Roosevelt: A Biography

Eleanor Roosevelt: A Biography

Knapp, Sally

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Political Biographies20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1163156159
ISBN13: 9781163156155
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.58
Height: 0.41 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Eleanor Roosevelt: A Biography is a comprehensive account of the life of one of the most influential women in American history. Written by Sally Knapp, this book delves into the complex and fascinating story of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her privileged upbringing in New York City to her role as a champion of civil rights and social justice.Knapp explores Roosevelt's early years, including her strained relationship with her mother and her marriage to Franklin D. Roosevelt, who would go on to become one of the most important presidents in U.S. history. She also delves into Roosevelt's political activism, including her work as a diplomat, her advocacy for women's rights, and her efforts to promote racial equality.Throughout the book, Knapp paints a vivid portrait of Roosevelt as a complex and multifaceted individual, highlighting her strengths, weaknesses, and contradictions. She also provides a detailed account of the historical context in which Roosevelt lived, including the Great Depression, World War II, and the civil rights movement.Overall, Eleanor Roosevelt: A Biography is a compelling and insightful account of one of the most important figures in American history, and is essential reading for anyone interested in the role of women in politics and society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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