Eleanor
Eleanor by Barbara Cooney, published by Penguin in September 1999, is a beautifully illustrated biography that explores the early life of Eleanor Roosevelt. This edition, part of the 1st Scholastic series, spans 40 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into Eleanor’s upbringing in a wealthy yet cheerless household, highlighting her journey from loneliness and shyness to discovering her remarkable qualities of intelligence, compassion, and strength.
Readers will find a meticulously researched portrayal of Eleanor’s childhood, enriched by Cooney’s detailed illustrations. The narrative captures the essence of a young girl whose indomitable spirit would later define her as one of the most beloved first ladies in U.S. history. This work falls within the categories of juvenile nonfiction and biography, focusing on themes related to women and the lives of presidents and first families.
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Though she came from a wealthy and privileged family, Eleanor Roosevelt grew up in a cheerless household that left her lonely and shy. Years passed before Eleanor began to discover in herself the qualities of intelligence, compassion, and strength that made her a remarkable woman. In Eleanor, two-time Caldecott Medal winner Barbara Cooney paints a meticulously researched, lushly detailed picture of Eleanor’s childhood world–but most importantly, she captures the essence of the little girl whose indomitable spirit would make her one of the greatest and most beloved first ladies of all time.
“There are many biographies of Eleanor Roosevelt, but this one is special?Cooney is at her artistic best.” –Booklist
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