Theodore Roosevelt

by Edmund Lester Pearson

Theodore Roosevelt (1920) is a biography of the 26th President of the United States, written by Edmund Lester Pearson. The book provides a comprehensive look at Roosevelt's life, from his childhood in New York City to his presidency and beyond. Pearson covers Roosevelt's family background, his education at Harvard, his early career in politics, and his rise to national prominence as a reformer and leader of the Progressive movement. The book also explores Roosevelt's personal life, including his marriage to Edith Kermit Carow and his relationships with his children. Pearson examines Roosevelt's policies and accomplishments as president, including his efforts to regulate big business, protect natural resources, and expand American influence overseas. The book concludes with Roosevelt's post-presidential years, including his failed bid for a third term and his efforts to promote American involvement in World War I. Overall, Theodore Roosevelt (1920) offers a detailed and engaging portrait of one of America's most iconic leaders.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

188 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1920

About the author

Edmund Lester Pearson was an American librarian and author. He was a writer of the "true crime" literary genre. He is best known for his account of the notorious Lizzie Borden murder case.

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Reviews

[Madeleine Pelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

great prose style, but very political esp. towards the end (well, political for 1920 lol)

[Renaissance · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wanting to read about the life and influence of Theodore Roosevelt, I started with this free download publication. First year of publication was 1920 and the style is obviously dated, yet "quaint" and entertaining. Also, such an early publication date so soon after Roosevelt's death (1919) provides a unique, contemporary perspective. The author was obviously a devotee of the former president and the book is more of a tribute to the man and a rebuttal to his enemies. At times, the assault on those who opposed Roosevelt is unvarnished, while the commendations of Roosevelt and his achievements are highly laudatory.

The book is a good read in terms of seeing Roosevelt as his supporters saw him at the time--a time capsule read.

The advantage of history is that the lapse of time gives a different, although not necessarily more valid, perspective. I look forward to reading a modern recent T. Roosevelt biography, realizing that the author's perspective will also be tainted by modern influences and prejudices. Regardless, Theodore Roosevelt was a remarkable person with multiple talents who achieved much in his life and provide an enduring legacy.

[Richard Collier · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good summary of a great man

A good summary of a great man

This book is a great summary of the life of one of our great presidents. I only wish they had included a chapter on his legacy left to all Americans - the National Park Service. A truly great man. Well Written!!