Franklin D. Roosevelt: U.S. President (Great Achievers : Lives of the Physically Challenged)

By Don Nardo

Book Overview

-- Celebrates men and women who have found the strength and courage to develop their special talents -- Covers the worlds of art, music, science, literature, sports, and politics -- Presents inspiring portraits of achievement FDR's extraordinary life demonstrates that polio did not prevent him from becoming a brilliant leader.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0791024067
• ISBN13: 9780791024065
• Release Date: April 1993
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12

Customer Reviews

Excellent

Definitely one of the better books out there about President Roosevelt for young people, although the volume is so well organized and well written that it will appeal to most general adult readers as well. The emphasis on Roosevelt's handicap is also highly informative and enlightening.