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'Colonel Roosevelt' by Edmund Morris is the final volume in a trilogy that delves into the post-presidential years of Theodore Roosevelt. The book explores Roosevelt's extraordinary adventures, his failed attempt to regain the presidency as a Progressive in 1912, and his complex personality that combined being a war hawk with a social liberal. Through detailed accounts of Roosevelt's activities, interactions, and political views, the book portrays him as a larger-than-life figure who continued to lead a heroic and impactful life even after leaving the Oval Office.
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Save:A captivating and well-researched deep dive into two presidents, the birth of modern journalism, and the birth of American progressivism - perfect for fans of immersive, character-driven history, but may feel overly detailed for some.
ROOSEVELT IS COMING HOME, HOORAY! Exultant headlines in mid-June 1910 trumpeted the daily progress of the Kaiserin , the luxury liner returning the former president, Theodore Roosevelt, to American sh... - #2
Save:A beautifully written, richly detailed portrait of young Teddy Roosevelt and the remarkable family that shaped him - perfect for fans of immersive history, but less so if you’re after action-packed presidential exploits.
The head of the household was Theodore Roosevelt (no middle name or initial), who was thirty-seven years of age, an importer and philanthropist, and the son of old Cornelius Van Schaack Roosevelt, one... A gripping, well-researched blend of history and high-stakes adventure. If you're looking for a nonfiction page-turner or an intimate look at the indomitable Teddy Roosevelt, this delivers big time - even if you may occasionally wish for less jungle trivia and more breakneck action.
THE LINE OUTSIDE MADISON Square Garden started to form at 5:30 p.m., just as an orange autumn sun was setting in New York City on Halloween Eve, 1912. The doors were not scheduled to open for another...
