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Edward F. O’Keefe, author of The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt, joins presidential historian Douglas Brinkley, a Trustee for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, to discuss how Roosevelt’s romantic relationships—from his tragic first marriage to Alice Lee to his enduring partnership with Edith Carow—shaped his dynamic presidency. They explore Roosevelt’s emotional depth, his progressive legacy and the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library’s role in illuminating America’s 26th president.
"A brilliantly written and entertaining look at the crucial role women played in our 26th president’s political career. Highly recommended!” —Douglas Brinkley on The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt
Edward F. O’Keefe, author of The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt, joins presidential historian Douglas Brinkley, a Trustee for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, to discuss how Roosevelt’s romantic relationships—from his tragic first marriage to Alice Lee to his enduring partnership with Edith Carow—shaped his dynamic presidency. They explore Roosevelt’s emotional depth, his progressive legacy and the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library’s role in illuminating America’s 26th president.
"A brilliantly written and entertaining look at the crucial role women played in our 26th president’s political career. Highly recommended!” —Douglas Brinkley on The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt
