Eleanor Roosevelt Vol 1 18841933 Author:Blanche Wiesen Cook The most important woman in American politics, Eleanor Roosevelt is recreated in all of her roles--visionary, activist, political wife, and a woman, far more independent than we knew. Eleanor Roosevelt was born into the privileges and prejudices of American aristocracy and into a family ravaged by alcoholism. She overcame debilitating roots: in ... more »her public life, fighting against racism and injustice and advancing the rights of women; and in her private life, forming lasting intimate friendships with some of the great men and women of her times. This landmark biography provides a compelling new evaluation of one of the most inspiring women in American political history. Celebrated by feminists, historians, politicians, and reviewers everywhere, it presents an unprecedented portrait of a brave, fierce, passionate political lerader of our century.« less