Someone to Watch Over Me: A Portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt and the Tortured Fathe

Description: Someone to Watch Over Me by Eric Burns A fresh and sensitive examination of Eleanor Roosevelt—one of the most remarkable Americans in history—and the tortured father who would inspire and shape her future leadership and advocacy. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Eleanor Roosevelt is viewed as one of the most pioneering women in American history. But she was also one of the most enigmatic and lonely. Her loveless marriage with FDR was no secret, and she had a cold relationship with most of her family, as well, from her distant mother to her public rivalry with her cousin, Alice. Yet she was a warm person, beloved by friends, and her humanitarian work still influences the world today. But who shaped Eleanor? It was the most unlikely of figures: her father Elliott, a lost spirit with a bittersweet story. Elliott was the brother of Theodore Roosevelt, and he was as winsome and charming as Theodore was blustery and competitive. Though the two maintained a healthy rivalry in their youth, Elliott would eventually succumb to alcoholism and would be exiled to the Virginia countryside. But he kept up a close correspondence with his daughter, Eleanor, who treasured his letters and would read them nightly for her entire life for guidance, inspiration, and love. As he did in the critically acclaimed The Golden Lad, Eric Burns insightful and lucid prose reveals new facets to the lives of these pillars of American history. Author Biography Eric Burns, a former NBC News correspondent and Today Show pundit, appears regularly as a commentator for Entertainment Tonight and hosts A&Es Arts & Entertainment Revue. He was the former host of Fox News Watch and has won an Emmy for media criticism. He is the author of Infamous Scribblers and The Spirits of America and lives in Westport, Connecticut. Review "Burnss work is captivating, suspenseful, and heartbreaking. This is how biographies should be written." -- Publishers Weekly (starred)"A new light on the Roosevelt clan that serves as illumination of the short life of an unhappy man." -- Kirkus Reviews"A deep examination of the esteemed First Lady." -- Bookreporter"Using personal letters and the little information that is known of his relationship with Eleanor, the author underscores the crucial connection between her success and idolization of her father. He displayed abiding, unconditional love and forgiveness, encouraging her to be courageous, studious, and to persevere. For Eleanor, he demonstrated humility, tenderness, and generosity, serving as her only joy in childhood and lifelong inspiration." -- Library Journal Review Quote "A new light on the Roosevelt clan that serves as illumination of the short life of an unhappy man." Details ISBN1681776391 Author Eric Burns Pages 304 Publisher Pegasus Books Year 2018 ISBN-10 1681776391 ISBN-13 9781681776392 Format Paperback Imprint Pegasus Books Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Replaces 9781681773285 Subtitle A Portrait of Eleanor Roosevelt and the Tortured Father Who Shaped Her Life Language English DEWEY 973.917092 NZ Release Date 2018-03-13 US Release Date 2018-03-13 Publication Date 2018-03-13 UK Release Date 2018-03-13 AU Release Date 2018-02-12 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137578912;

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