Synopsis

Theodore Roosevelt exerted profound influence on the lives and minds of Americans In this, the fifth volume of the CREATORS OF THE AMERICAN MIND series, Stacy Cordery creates an engaging biography of this influential president by presenting the copious writings and discussing the short- and long-term impact of Theodore Roosevelt's actions. Praised for its fair and thorough coverage, this text is perfect for use as a core or supplementary text.

Booknews

Chronologically following Roosevelt's life through his writings, contemporary writings about him, and secondary historical sources, the author puts forward a view of Roosevelt as a figure that profoundly shaped the concepts and character of the United States. After a review of Roosevelt's youth, education, and political career, chapters turn to more thematic discussions of views on the environment, ethnicity, and women. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Biography

Stacy A. Cordery is an associate professor of History at Monmouth College in Monmouth, Illinois, where she has twice won the College's only teaching award. She has published widely on the Roosevelts and is completing a biography of Alice Roosevelt Longworth. Cordery is the bibliographer for the National First Ladies' Library and book review editor for H-Women.