Chronicles the life of activist, humanitarian, and writer Eleanor Roosevelt, wife of American president Franklin Roosevelt, describing how she went from shyness and self-consciousness in her childhood to fame around the world for her work on the behalf of human rights.
Presents the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her childhood, education, and marriage to her time as first lady and her work championing women's rights and other causes.
Draws from letters, memoirs, and interviews to chronicle the lives of nine women from the Roosevelt clan, covering a period of 150 years; discussing their activities as wives, mothers, authors, campaigners, and socialites.
A brief biography of Eleanor Roosevelt that discusses her childhood during the late nineteenth century, her education, marriage to Franklin Delano Roosevelt, actions as First Lady of the United States, and other accomplishments. Includes a chronology.
