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Paperback Theodore Roosevelt's Letters to His Children: Touching and Emotional Correspondence of the Former President with Alice, Theodore III, Kermit, Ethel, A Book

ISBN: 8027333849

ISBN13: 9788027333844

Theodore Roosevelt's Letters to His Children: Touching and Emotional Correspondence of the Former President with Alice, Theodore III, Kermit, Ethel, A

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In "Theodore Roosevelt's Letters to His Children," the reader is invited into the intimate world of one of America's most dynamic presidents through a collection of personal correspondence. This anthology showcases Roosevelt's heartfelt insights and reflections on family life, nature, and the cultivation of character. Through these letters, Roosevelt's literary style--a blend of earnestness and vibrant enthusiasm--reveals his multifaceted personality against the backdrop of an era defined by burgeoning American nationalism. This collection not only captures Roosevelt's role as an influential public figure but also underscores his values of resilience and adventure, which he sought to instill in his children. Theodore Roosevelt, a man of profound curiosity and fervent beliefs, was motivated by his rich upbringing and diverse experiences--from the plains of the Dakota Badlands to the halls of power in Washington, D.C. His dedication to family life amidst a tumultuous political landscape is poignant in these letters, reflecting the personal struggles and triumphs that shaped his policies and perspectives. Roosevelt's role as a parent was paramount, and these letters illustrate his desire to pass on wisdom and inspiration to the next generation. This compelling collection is a treasure for anyone interested in the interplay between political life and personal values. Readers will find an enriching exploration of a luminous figure in American history and the societal ideals he championed, making it a worthwhile addition to the libraries of both historians and parents alike.

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Excellent descriptions of early frontier life

Before Roosevelt begins sensationalizing in the second volume, he describes the utter wilderness of the region and characterizes both the individual settlers and Indians who would play decisive roles in the settlement and migration of whites westward, and also gives sweeping portraits of the Indian nations encountered during our westward expansion. The hardships of the settlers due to the ruggedness of their new mountain home, their self-reliance, the cold winters, the need to fell forest for pasture and tillage, the daily peril of Indian attacks, and the distant relations with their origins to the east complete this wonderfully written and diversified study of early American frontier life.

A bully read, but patience helps....

Roosevelt does quite well to capture the essence of what went on during the period when the colonists began westward. The point made by the editor that it is indeed a wonder that this work was ever created at all is well taken when one considers Roosevelt's involvement with so much else in his life while he produced what, for the time, was a very scholarly opus.One must be patient with the narrative; it tends to be choppy. One must also be patient with, or at least understanding of, TR's view of the world and especially his notion of upon whom the greater glory of the westward expansion rests.All in all, it is seemingly a must read (as is the entire series) for anyone having either an interest in the history of this time, or an interest in TR and his works.

A Great Man Writes a Great History

Theodore's Roosevelt's "The Winning of The West" volume one is unlike most modern histories. His is a story of the founding of the American Republic West of the Original 13. This volume is of the late Colonial Period. He is unafraid to make very harsh judgements, attacking both the American Indians and the Pioneers, although it is clear who he favours. He does have many prejudices, but, to be honest, most Historians do. President Roosevelt's were just of the less respected, today at least, kind. The whole series is very much worth reading, and is a worthy investment of capital and time. Ryan M.
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