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“It takes courage to love, but pain through love is the purifying fire which those who love generously know.”

Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt

Book:My Day: The Best of Eleanor Roosevelt's Acclaimed Newspaper Columns, 1936-1962

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My Day: The Best of Eleanor Roosevelt's Acclaimed Newspaper Columns, 1936-1962

This book compiles a selection of Eleanor Roosevelt's widely-read newspaper columns, showcasing her insights on politics, social issues, and personal reflections during a significant period of American history. more

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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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