Brother Woodrow: A Memoir of Woodrow Wilson by Stockton Axson

by Stockton Axson

Book Overview

This memoir of Woodrow Wilson is a long-neglected treasure, full of the candid and perceptive observations of Wilson's brother-in-law and close friend, Stockton Axson. A charming and talented scholar... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0691032556
• ISBN13: 9780691032559
• Release Date: October 1993
• Publisher: Princeton University Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.8" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

A enjoyable commentary on Wilson's life

Axson does a fine job communicating why he cared for and respected Woodrow Wilson. His opinion of the President is favorable, but he also mentions the areas where Wilson stumbled. Most touching in the narrative is the section on the death of Wilson's first wife. Axson tells of Wilson's long hours by her side and quiet despair at her passing as only a first hand source could relate. I recommend this book, not only to the scholar, but to all interested in this fascinating, and influential President.