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The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt

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The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1960

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The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1960
Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 20th century

Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1230L

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Super Short Summary

The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt recounts the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, focusing on her experiences from childhood through her tenure as First Lady of the United States. The text explores her personal growth, public service, advocacy for social change, and diplomatic efforts, highlighting her influential role in 20th-century American politics and global humanitarian initiatives.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Emotional

Hopeful

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The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt provides a compelling insight into Roosevelt’s life and legacy. Readers appreciate her candid and inspirational narrative, praising her influential role in history. Some critique the work for lacking in-depth analysis of certain personal experiences. Overall, it is celebrated for its authenticity and engaging storytelling.

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Who Should Read The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt?

An ideal reader for The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt appreciates historical and political narratives and insights into personal resilience. Fans of Becoming by Michelle Obama and The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, who enjoy powerful female perspectives, would find this book compelling.

Book Details
Pages

454

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 20th century

Publication Year

1960

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

1230L

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