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From the bestselling author of "The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys" and "Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream" comes a compelling chronicle of a nation and its leaders during the period when modern America was created. Presenting an aspect of American history that has never been fully told, Doris Kearns Goodwin describes how the isolationist and divided United States of 1940 was unified under the extraordinary leadership of Franklin Roosevelt to become, only five years later, the preeminent economic and military power in the world.
Using diaries, interviews, and White House records of the president's and first lady's comings and goings, Goodwin paints a detailed, intimate portrait not only of the daily conduct of the presidency during wartime but of the Roosevelts themselves and their extraordinary constellation of friends, advisers, and family, many of whom lived with them in the White House.
Bringing to bear the tools of both history and biography, "No Ordinary Time" relates the unique story of how Franklin Roosevelt led the nation to victory against seemingly insurmountable odds and, with Eleanor's essential help, forever changed the fabric of American society.
Using diaries, interviews, and White House records of the president's and first lady's comings and goings, Goodwin paints a detailed, intimate portrait not only of the daily conduct of the presidency during wartime but of the Roosevelts themselves and their extraordinary constellation of friends, advisers, and family, many of whom lived with them in the White House.
Bringing to bear the tools of both history and biography, "No Ordinary Time" relates the unique story of how Franklin Roosevelt led the nation to victory against seemingly insurmountable odds and, with Eleanor's essential help, forever changed the fabric of American society.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Goodwin does an outstanding job showing the Roosevelts as the mortal human beings they were, while adding substantially to the mystique surrounding the administration. FDR's extraordinary ability to build coalitions and make weighty decisions under pressure are nothing short of extraordinary, and Eleanor's dogged adherence to principle stand out against the empty pragmatism we see in the modern world. However, the personalities of less discussed figures, like Harry Hopkins and Sara Roosevelt add flesh to the story, and Goodwin's candid analysis of FDR's relationship with Lucy Rutherford is done as tastefully as possible. As one who read this outstanding book during the impeachment trial, I must admit, I longed for the days Goodwin describes, those in which the President seemed to believe America was really the greatest country in the history of the world.
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An incredibly thorough historical account of a remarkable couple that reads like a novel. The research was exhaustive--right down to the first couple's appointment books. You will walk away from this book confirmed of FDR's greatness (as a President, not as a husband) and thoroughly impressed at the too often unheralded accomplishments of Eleanor. Her civil right's record is greater than almost any other resident of the White House. Goodwin tells the story through the voices of those who lived it (with quotes from presidential advisers, internment camp residents, soldiers, factory working wives and mothers, etc...). This style proves very effective.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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We may think we know all there is to know about Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, but Doris Kearns Goodwin shows in this well-written and fascinating book that we only *thought* we knew the whole story.
This book is full of intimate moments, as told by those who were present to see them. Beautiful detailed, interesting and colorful, this is a layered and nuanced description of life in the Roosevelt White House during those turbulent years between 1940 and 1945.
What I wasn't expecting, and what turned out to be a delightful surprise, was the discussion of what life was like on the Homefront for average Americans during this time. This made extraordinary reading.
For those who are interested in history, this must be added to your list of titles. Highly recommended.
This book is full of intimate moments, as told by those who were present to see them. Beautiful detailed, interesting and colorful, this is a layered and nuanced description of life in the Roosevelt White House during those turbulent years between 1940 and 1945.
What I wasn't expecting, and what turned out to be a delightful surprise, was the discussion of what life was like on the Homefront for average Americans during this time. This made extraordinary reading.
For those who are interested in history, this must be added to your list of titles. Highly recommended.
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Political biography at its best
A brilliant and fascinating account of FDR's and Eleanor's lives and interaction during the early 40's, set into the context of US politics and the protagonists' backgrounds. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Howard
NO WORDS CAN EXPLANE THIS BOOK, YOU JUST HAVE TO READ IT!
I HAVE READ ALL I CAN ABOUT ELEANOR ROOSEVELT, SHE IS MY HERO, THIS IS THE FIRST TIME THAT I READ ABOUT THEM TOGETHER, AND IT WAS JUST GREAT, I WAS RIGHT THERE WITH THEM THRU THE... Read more
Published on 29 July 1999
An excellent example of contemporary historical non fiction
I found this to be a most refreshing addition to the morass of biographies on FDR. Ms. Goodwin weaves an interesting mosiac of the complicated relationships that existed in the... Read more
Published on 24 Nov 1998
ABSOLUTELY SUPERB
NON STOP READING... A MUST FOR ANYONE INTRESTED IN HISTORY... AGAIN ABSOLUTELY SUPERB
Published on 23 Nov 1998
A fascinating look into a fascinating time
I often judge books by their ability to transport me to another place and time... and this one scores big. Read more
Published on 2 April 1998
Detailed accout of Roosevelt Era
Doris Goodwin, althouth not a historian by trade, is an excellent storytelleer. In this volume, she attempts to understand WWII and the ensuing Cold War as product of two... Read more
Published on 30 Jan 1998
Goodwin is a master at weaving history with personal insites
Doris Kearns Goodwin is a master at mixing endless historical facts with fascinating personal insites into this former president and his wife. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 1997
Best of the books about US politics in 20th century
Doris Kearns Goodwin completes the picture about Elinor and FDR. A
fastastic book.
fastastic book.
Published on 26 July 1996
An excellent study of FDR and Eleanor's life and impact.
Many say Lincoln was our greatest president because he saved the Union. I say our greatest president was FDR, he saved THE WORLD. Goodwin's examination is scholarly and readable. Read more
Published on 29 May 1996
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