Book Summary and Reviews of FDR by Jean Edward Smith

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"Starred Review. This erudite but graceful volume illuminates FDR's life for scholars, history buffs and casual readers alike." - PW.

"Smith's portrait will ground readers in FDR's controversies and historical stature." - Booklist.

"This page-turner is the best single-volume biography available of America's 32nd president" - Library Journal.

"Altogether, an exemplary and highly readable work that ably explains why FDR merits continued honor." - Kirkus.

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