Theodore Roosevelt an Intimate Biography

Theodore Roosevelt: An Intimate Biography is a comprehensive account of the life and times of one of America's most iconic presidents. Written by William Roscoe Thayer, the book delves deep into the personal and professional life of Theodore Roosevelt, exploring his childhood, family background, political career, and legacy.The book begins with a detailed account of Roosevelt's childhood, including his struggles with asthma and his early fascination with nature and the outdoors. From there, Thayer traces Roosevelt's rise to political prominence, including his tenure as governor of New York and his eventual ascent to the presidency.Throughout the book, Thayer provides insight into Roosevelt's personality and character, highlighting his strong sense of duty, his love of adventure, and his unwavering commitment to public service. He also explores the major events and issues of Roosevelt's presidency, including his efforts to reform the nation's political and economic systems, his leadership during the Spanish-American War, and his conservation efforts.Overall, Theodore Roosevelt: An Intimate Biography is a compelling and insightful portrait of one of America's most beloved presidents. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a true American hero, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, politics, or leadership.1919. A biography of the 26th President written by Thayer who had known, and corresponded, with Roosevelt over a forty-year period. Contents: Origins and Youth; Breaking into Politics; At the First Crossroads; Nature the Healer; Back to the East and Literature; Applying Morals to Politics; The Rough Rider; Governor of New York-Vice President; President; The World Which Roosevelt Confronted; Roosevelt�������s Foreign Policy; The Great Crusade at Home; The Two Roosevelts; The President and the Kaiser; Roosevelt and Congress; The Square Deal in Action; Roosevelt at Home; Hits and Misses; Choosing His Successor; World Honors; Which Was the Republican Party?; The Two Conventions; The Brazilian Ordeal; Prometheus Bound; and Prometheus Unbound. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.