Title
Eleanor
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New York Times Bestsellerprizewinning Bestselling Author David Michaelis Presents A Stunning (The Wall Street Journal) Breakthrough Portrait Of Eleanor Roosevelt, Americas Longestserving First Lady, An Avatar Of Democracy Whose Everexpanding Agency As Diplomat, Activist, And Humanitarian Made Her One Of The Worlds Most Widely Admired And Influential Women.In The First Singlevolume Cradletograve Portrait In Six Decades, Acclaimed Biographer David Michaelis Delivers A Stunning Account Of Eleanor Roosevelts Remarkable Life Of Transformation. An Orphaned Niece Of President Theodore Roosevelt, She Converted Her Gilded Age Childhood Of Denial And Secrecy Into An Irreconcilable Marriage With Her Ambitious Fifth Cousin Franklin. Despite Their Inability To Make Each Other Happy, Franklin Roosevelt Transformed Eleanor From A Settlement House Volunteer On New Yorks Lower East Side Into A Matching Partner In New Yorks Most Important Power Couple In A Generation.When Eleanor Discovered Franklins Betrayal With Her Younger, Prettier Social Secretary, Lucy Mercer, She Offered A Divorce And Vowed To Face Herself Honestly. Here Is An Eleanor Both More Vulnerable And More Aggressive, More Psychologically Aware And Sexually Adaptable Than We Knew. She Came To Accept Fdrs Bond With His Executive Assistant, Missy Lehand; She Allowed Her Children To Live Their Own Lives, As She Never Could; And She Explored Her Sexual Attraction To Women, Among Them A Star Female Reporter On Fdrs First Presidential Campaign, And Younger Men.Eleanor Needed Emotional Connection. She Pursued Deeper Relationships Wherever She Could Find Them. Throughout Her Life And Travels, There Was Always Another Person Or Place She Wanted To Heal. As Fdr Struggled To Recover From Polio, Eleanor Became A Voice For The Voiceless, Her Husbands Proxy In Presidential Ambition, And Then The Peoples Proxy In The White House. Later, She Would Be The Architect Of International Human Rights And World Citizen Of The Atomic Age, Urging Americans To Cope With The Anxiety Of Global Annihilation By Cultivating A World Mind. She Insisted That We Cannot Live For Ourselves Alone But Must Learn To Live Together Or We Will Die Together.Drawing On New Research, Michaeliss Riveting Portrait Is Not Just A Comprehensive Biography Of A Major American Figure, But The Story Of An American Ideal: How Our Freedom Is Always A Choice. Eleanor Rediscovers A Model Of What Is Noble And Evergreen In The American Character, A Model We Need Today More Than Ever.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Eleanor' by David Michaelis? A: The main theme of 'Eleanor' is the exploration of Eleanor Roosevelt's life as a transformative figure in American history, highlighting her roles as a diplomat, activist, and humanitarian.
- Q: How many pages does 'Eleanor' have? A: 'Eleanor' has a total of 720 pages.
- Q: Who is the author of the book 'Eleanor'? A: The author of 'Eleanor' is David Michaelis, a prizewinning bestselling author known for his biographical works.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Eleanor' have? A: 'Eleanor' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'Eleanor' published? A: 'Eleanor' was published on October 6, 2020.
- Q: Is 'Eleanor' an illustrated edition? A: 'Eleanor' is an illustrated edition, featuring images that complement the narrative of Eleanor Roosevelt's life.
- Q: What can readers expect from the biography of Eleanor Roosevelt? A: Readers can expect a comprehensive and insightful portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt's life, detailing her personal struggles, achievements, and influence on American ideals.
- Q: Does 'Eleanor' cover Eleanor Roosevelt's relationships? A: 'Eleanor' explores her complex relationships, including her marriage to Franklin Roosevelt and her emotional connections with others throughout her life.
- Q: What is the significance of Eleanor Roosevelt's role in human rights? A: Eleanor Roosevelt is recognized for her pivotal role in advocating for international human rights, shaping policies that addressed the needs of marginalized communities.
- Q: Is 'Eleanor' suitable for readers interested in American history? A: 'Eleanor' is highly suitable for readers interested in American history, particularly those who want to understand the impact of Eleanor Roosevelt on society and politics.