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Eleanor Roosevelt's My Day: Her Acclaimed Columns, 1936-1945

This book presents a collection of Eleanor Roosevelt's columns, written daily from 1936 to 1945. It provides a firsthand account of her experiences and perspectives during the Great Depression and World War II, reflecting her role as First Lady and her advocacy for social justice and women's rights. more

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Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt

Former First Lady of the United States, political activist, and author. Eleanor Roosevelt is renowned for her exceptional social activism and contributions to civil rights. She served as the First Lady during her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency and continued to be actively involved in political and social affairs after his death. more

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