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Franklin and Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage

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By Doris Kearns Goodwin

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt were one of the most iconic couples in American history. Their marriage was a complex and fascinating one, and it has been the subject of much speculation and debate. In this book, historian Doris Kearns Goodwin provides a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of their relationship. She draws on extensive research, including interviews with friends and family members, as well as the Roosevelts' own letters and diaries. Goodwin's book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or in the lives of two of its most fascinating figures.

Franklin and Eleanor: An Extraordinary Marriage

by Hazel Rowley

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	370 pages

A Love Story

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt's love story is one of the most enduring in American history. They met in 1902, when Franklin was a young lawyer and Eleanor was a shy and awkward teenager. They were married in 1905, and their marriage lasted until Franklin's death in 1945. During their time together, they raised five children and became one of the most powerful couples in the world.

Their marriage was not without its challenges. Franklin was a charming and charismatic man, but he was also ambitious and often absent from home. Eleanor was a strong-willed and independent woman, and she often clashed with Franklin over his political views. Despite their differences, they remained devoted to each other throughout their lives.

A Political Partnership

In addition to being a love story, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt's marriage was also a political partnership. Eleanor was a tireless advocate for social justice, and she often used her platform as First Lady to promote her causes. Franklin supported Eleanor's work, and he often relied on her for advice and support. Together, they formed one of the most effective political teams in American history.

Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt's marriage was a complex and fascinating one. It was a love story, a political partnership, and a testament to the power of two people to make a difference in the world.

Praise for Franklin and Eleanor

"Doris Kearns Goodwin has written a masterpiece. Franklin and Eleanor is a beautifully written, deeply researched, and utterly fascinating account of one of the most important marriages in American history. Goodwin brings the Roosevelts to life with such vividness and insight that you feel like you're right there with them, experiencing their triumphs and heartbreaks firsthand. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it."

- Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power

"Franklin and Eleanor is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or love. Goodwin has written a definitive account of one of the most iconic marriages in history, and she does so with her trademark grace, intelligence, and wit. This is a book that will be enjoyed by readers of all ages."

- Annette Gordon-Reed, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Hemingses of Monticello

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