| Author |
Pearson, Edmund Lester, 1880-1937 |
| Title |
Theodore Roosevelt
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 68.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Theodore Roosevelt" by Edmund Lester Pearson is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This biography explores the life and achievements of Theodore Roosevelt, focusing on his journey from a sickly child with a passion for natural history to becoming a prominent political figure and eventually the President of the United States. The opening of the book introduces Theodore Roosevelt during a public appearance in 1917, highlighting his charisma and the admiration he commanded from the American populace even after leaving office. It traces his roots to a prominent New York family, details his early struggles with health, and outlines the influence of his parents on his character. Emphasizing his childhood passion for collecting animals and his growing interest in natural history, the text sets the stage for Roosevelt's later explorations and adventures. This portion establishes a foundation for understanding Roosevelt's complex personality, characterized by both gentleness and vigor, foreshadowing his notable political career and dedication to public service. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E740: History: America: Twentieth century
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| Subject |
Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
4252 |
| Release Date |
Jul 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 11, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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