FDR and the American Crisis by: Albert Marrin
ISBN : 978-0385753623
Bibliography:
Marrin, A. (2015). FDR AND THE AMERICAN CRISIS(FIRST EDITION.)Alfred A. Knopf.
Plot Summary:
Brought up in a privileged family, Franklin Delano Roosevelt had every opportunity in front of him. As a young man, he found a path in politics and quickly began to move into the public eye. That ascent seemed impossible when he contracted polio and lost the use of his legs. But with a will of steel he fought the disease—and public perception of his disability—to become president of the United States of America.FDR used that same will to guide his country through a crippling depression and a horrendous world war. He understood Adolf Hitler, and what it would take to stop him, before almost any other world leader did. But to accomplish his greater goals, he made difficult choices that sometimes compromised the ideals of fairness and justice.FDR is one of America’s most intriguing presidents, lionized by some and villainized by others. National Book Award finalist Albert Marrin explores the life of a fascinating, complex man, who was ultimately one of the greatest leaders our country has known.
Critical Analysis:
The author writes FDR’s biography and meshes it with historical facts to give it even more credibility and to engage the reader into FDR’s personal and political life. Marrin also describes in great detail all who played an important role in his decision-making processes. The author shows how the President’s upbringing as well as his disability helped him overcome obstacles and describes how those events swayed his every move. Although Marrin describes FDR as a great president, he does objectively point out the not-so-great things that paint the President as a person who also has his flaws. Decisions such as continuing with the Jim Crow laws and others are named as some of the events that marr his presidency. The book uses clear, clean black and white pictures to give the vintage feel of the time. Overall, this book is very well written and the accurate historical facts are informative and interesting. The book’s vocabulary makes it appropriate for students from seventh grade to high school.
Review Excerpt(s):
"This well-researched and highly detailed examination of FDR and his presidency provides insight for readers generations removed from the events."
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“Marrin blends biography and history in this masterly overview of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s leadership…”
—School Library Journal, starred review
"...frequent, illuminating photos; unimpeachable sourcing; and a breathtaking historical synthesis..."
—Booklist, starred review
Connection:
* Students can use the Great Depression to analyze how it affected both Americans and FDR’s presidency.
*Students can analyze how the rationing of essentials affected the items that were available and how they were distributed.
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