Eleanor Roosevelt

Written by Victoria Garrett Jones

Part of the Sterling Biographies series

A timid woman becomes a trailblazing First Lady, reshaping history.

4.0 Goodreads · 61 ratings

124 pages· 18,972 words· Est. 2 hour read· 1150L

$5.95Save 4%

In stock. Also at Amazon.

Bookroo's summary

Eleanor Roosevelt evolves from a shy young woman into a formidable First Lady, redefining her role amidst personal and political challenges. As her husband battles polio, she steps up, transforming from a supportive spouse to a pioneering activist. Her journey of courage and resilience sets a new benchmark for future First Ladies. How did she navigate the pressures of public life and personal loss to become a beacon of hope and change? Discover the inspiring story of a woman who dared to redefine her destiny and left an indelible mark on history.

From the publisher

Tireless worker, skillful negotiator, bold spokesperson for the rights of all mankind: more than a century after her birth, Eleanor Roosevelt remains one of the most admired women the world has ever known. Her development from timid and uncertain young woman to confident, courageous adult capable of dealing with both personal tragedy and public notoriety makes an inspiring storyespecially for female readers. Stepping in to keep her husband s political career alive while he battled the after effects of polio, she ultimately transformed the role of First Lady from figurehead to activist, and set a new standard by which all her successors have been judged.”

At a glance