Synopsis
Perfect for book reports or summer reading, DK's acclaimed Biography series tackles two of history's most inspiring and colorful figures: Princess Diana and Eleanor Roosevelt.
Mary Ellen Snodgrass - KLIATT
A warm and factual photo-bio of Eleanor Roosevelt, Sawyer's book exemplifies the Dorling Kindersley balance of visual appeal with succinct data. The 18 chapter headings outline Roosevelt's life and her commitment to family, country, and the United Nations. A profusion of candid shots picture her relationships with her husband, children, and dominating mother-in-law. Sidebars explain the meanings of terms such as polio, trade union, and shellshock. Insightful commentary into the subject's humanity dominates the summation of her chairing of the UN Human Rights Commission. This book contributes to a number of curricular themes, particularly women's history and the role of the First Lady in setting policy and providing an example of patriotism and service to country. KLIATT Codes: J—Recommended for junior high school students. 2006, DK, 128p. illus. bibliog. index., Ages 12 to 15.