The fifth book in the Making of America series, Franklin D. Roosevelt examines the life of Americas 32nd president: his birth into one of Americas elite families, his domineering mother, his marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt, his struggle with polio, and his political career. A Democrat, Roosevelt (18821945) won a record four presidential elections and is the longest-serving US president. During his time in office, he led the country through the Great Depression and World War II, and helped to redefine the role of the US government with the New Deal. Scholars often rate him as one of the three greatest presidents, along with George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The book includes selections from FDRs writings in addition to endnotes, a bibliography, and an index.

 

 

This book is part of a book series called Making Of America .

There are 272 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Abrams .

Teri Kanefield is a lawyer and writer. Her books have won numerous awards, including the Jane Addams Peace Award in the Older Readers category. She lives with her family in Pleasanton, CA.