Franklin D. Roosevelt (The Making of America series)

This biography traces Franklin D. Roosevelt’s life from his upbringing in an elite family through his marriage to Eleanor Roosevelt, his experience with polio, and his political career. It covers his four presidential election victories and his leadership during the Great Depression and World War II. The account also addresses the New Deal and Roosevelt’s role in reshaping the federal government. Black-and-white archival images, excerpts from his writings, notes, a bibliography, and an index provide historical context.