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"I think Eleanor Roosevelt has so gripped the imagination of this moment because we need her and her vision so completely. . . . She's perfect for us as we enter the twenty-first century. Eleanor Roosevelt is a loud and profound voice for people who want to change the world." -- Blanche Wiesen Cook
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Paperback, 368 pages
Published
March 8th 2001
by Da Capo Press
(first published 1989)
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I know shocking, but this is only getting a two from me. I read it ridiculously fast and somehow I highly doubt this is the "best"--it was only after googling to see if there was a FULL collection of her columns, I stumbled upon this:
http://www.gwu.edu/~erpapers/myday/br...
Not sure why that site is so broken, but all her full columns are there, so now that I finished reading the Jefferson correspondence that is archived online, I guess this will be my next project.
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http://www.gwu.edu/~erpapers/myday/br...
Not sure why that site is so broken, but all her full columns are there, so now that I finished reading the Jefferson correspondence that is archived online, I guess this will be my next project.
This book--while good and fast ...more
I have read many biographies of Eleanor Roosevelt. I really enjoyed hearing her own thoughts as expressed through her My Day columns. She was intelligent, compassionate and tireless in promoting justice, equality and her vision of what was best for the United States and the world.
Love Eleanor Roosevelt - really disliked this book. I am so surprised people like this book. I was expecting whole entries from her newspaper columns with maybe some editorial here and there. This book is nothing but a bunch of editorial with snippets of her columns (and I'm not sure that I would ever consider them the "best of"). I found a gem here or there but am SO disappointed in this book. I love to read about Eleanor Roosevelt and was looking forward to reading HER words, HER thoughts, and
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I enjoyed this selection of Eleanor Roosevelt's daily columns - hard to beleive she was what we would refer to as a "blogger" back in the 1930's - 1960's! I especailly liked the contextual references included by the editor. Nicely done.
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Loved it! Eleanor Roosevelt wrote her "My Day" column during the critical pre-war and World War II years when her husband was President. This book organizes her columns chronologically from 1936 through the death of FDR in 1945. The editors were wise in giving brief but thorough notes prior to many columns so readers would understand the events to which the First Lady was responding in her writings on a given day.
In her columns, Eleanor Roosevelt emphasizes that she is very much a regular person ...more
In her columns, Eleanor Roosevelt emphasizes that she is very much a regular person ...more
This was interesting if for no other reason than to appreciate how incredibly intelligent Eleanor was, particularly given the time period, and the then-role of women in society. Her insight into a wide range of issues is amazing, and really shows the power of her intelligence.
Wonderful articles written by Eleanor Roosevelt from the 30's until her death in 1962---really paints an interesting portrait of the country through her eyes.
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This book presents various My Day columns that Eleanor wrote, starting in the late 1930's through 1962. They are presented with historical and personal information that places them in context and provides a sampling of her thoughts, opinions, and actions. It took awhile to get through the book because some of the reading was heavy - discussing wars and arms races and racial and religious prejudices in the U.S., etc., but it was lightened with anecdotes about the daily lives of the Roosevelts. My
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Eleanor Roosevelt was say ahead of her time and in fact way ahead of our time. Her comments and observations are incredibly timely and incredibly right on. If we as a country had listened to her and had been moved to action by her observations, I believe the world would be a whole lot better off than it is now and certainly the United States of American would be. Everyone should read this book. Greg Mortenson practices mucch of what Mrs. Roosevelt recommended and his work is paying off in Pakist
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The history that begins each year is informative and helpful to place in perspective. The biographical information provided in italics preceding each article sheds light on ERs current thoughts and situation. I found her encouraging, idealistic and pleasant. Her opinions are on topic, even now, expressing the liberal perspective. I enjoyed this more than The Autobiography of Eleanor Roosevelt and felt it gave more insight into her life as well as better expressed her opinions. Recommend for all
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Somewhat dissatisfied with most of this book. The paragraphs introducing most days' entries speak of the bold statements she is making, but most entries seem rather conciliatory. I don't know whether my impression is because of the half-century of attitude changes in the country, her own natural reticence or the wise hesitance to alienate the wide audience she felt privileged to address. But it left an overall flat impression. The one time she really let herself go (blasting Eisenhower, Nixon an
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Mrs. Roosevelt has always been my favorite historical figure. She carried such a strong ethical common sense that spilled into every day living. The introduction by Martha Gellhorn, a long-time close friend, is a rare and gentle read into the life of Eleanor. What I really enjoy about this reading are the every day truths of facing fear and having strength and courage to face any situation. She writes without indignation, and interjects a dry and kind humor.
Really enjoyed this book, maybe I should have given it 4 stars but while I appreciated the history lesson and background at the beginning of the chapters to set up the columns, I found it very tedious that they then retaught you the history before each column too. I did learn ALOT, but found it hard to get into the flow of the book. She was a great lady.
i read this as a companion piece to eleanor roosevelt's epic biography. i wanted something in her own words. and it was good, but in some ways i feel as though the bio captured her even more. her public tone was so strong in these columns.
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Excerpts from Eleanor Roosevelts long running daily newspaper column. an interesting look into a very impressive woman. One of my book groups read anything about Eleanor or by her. What a great topic!
Eleanor Roosevelt truly was such a progressive woman. In one column she recommended to her readers that they learn Spanish because it was going to become necessary in the future. Boy, what she right.
I thought I was getting a book that was mostly My Day columns, but there is a lot more commentary and explanatory history than I expected. If you want to read just the columns, George Washington University has a complete collection of My Day columns at http://www.gwu.edu/~erpapers/myday/#
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I thought I was going to like this more than I did. It was a cross between a collection of her articles and a biography but I wasn't really satisfied by the depth of either one.
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Its fascinating/depressing how little the world has changed in 50+ years. She talked about the same issues we do today: Haiti, energy usage, nuclear power.
Delightful period essays and columns from the indomitable Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady extraordinaire. Sassy, wise and brimming with humanity, one learns much from her wisdom and panache.
Copy I read is only the Post War years but her usual folksy articles covering current events, relationships, and opinions of life and world events.
A fall trip to Hyde Park sparked my interest in Eleanor Roosevelt. Reading her columns solidified my respect for her. As a woman. As an activist. As a writer.
Purchased at ValKill. Fascinated that she wrote every day! She wrote so much that this felt like it was just skimming the surface.
Fascinating era, formidable woman, brilliant look into her daily life.
"A Book Your Mom/Dad Loves" for this year's reading challenge.
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"We should remember Thomas Jefferson's admonition that democracy, which we have discovered through the years to be one of the most difficult forms of government, cannot function except with an educated electorate." Not the kind of book to keep you up at night, but if, like me, you highly admire Eleanor Roosevelt, you might be interested in reading these columns selected from those she wrote daily for 26 years. She boldly speaks out against injustices, like Harry Belafonte, his wife and young son
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I did not know too much about Eleanor Roosevelt before reading this, for instance, I did not know that she was more closely related to Teddy Roosevelt than FDR was. :O I enjoyed reading her articles and the historical summaries accompanying them. She comes across as such a refreshing combination of someone who was both extremely empathetic and rational -- which I really identified with. It is amazing (and somewhat depressing) how similar the issues she spoke of are still pertinent today.
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Eleanor’s daily newspaper columns are straightforward and honest, narrating everything from meetings (and criticisms) of world leaders to family vacations and holiday traditions. Her language is simple but sometimes striking, and many of her concerns-about race relations, the importance of teachers, and nuclear proliferation- are still ongoing issues today.
I was disappointed with the way the columns were edited for this edition. Editor David Emblidge explained that he selected columns to highlig ...more
I was disappointed with the way the columns were edited for this edition. Editor David Emblidge explained that he selected columns to highlig ...more
4.5 stars for this one. Emblidge has taken a selection, year by year, from Eleanor Roosevelt's daily "My Day" columns. Each year is opened with a mini history essay, and each column is introduced with a paragraph giving context of the topic(s) contained for Roosevelt's life, beliefs, and external events.
The reader gets a good concept of Roosevelt's personality and life works as well as a survey of U.S. and world history from the mid-1930s through 1962. It leaves me wanting to read more books (b ...more
The reader gets a good concept of Roosevelt's personality and life works as well as a survey of U.S. and world history from the mid-1930s through 1962. It leaves me wanting to read more books (b ...more
This collection of Roosevelt's columns is well curated and presented. The short historical synopsis of each year provides good context for ER's writing. In addition, each column is preceded by brief but well written notes to help the reader understand the column. This book is a window into Eleanor Roosevelt and her mind. Much of her work and words are relevant today. More than ever, we need to listen to this voice of wisdom and wit.
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Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was an American political leader who used her influence as an active First Lady from 1933 to 1945 to promote the New Deal policies of her husband, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, as well as taking a prominent role as an advocate for civil rights. After her husband's death in 1945, she continued to be an internationally prominent author and speaker for the New Deal coalition
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