The Woman Behind the New Deal: The Life of Frances Perkins, FDR'S Secretary of Labor and His Moral Conscience
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- Synopsis
- &“Kirstin Downey&’s lively, substantive and—dare I say—inspiring new biography of Perkins . . . not only illuminates Perkins&’ career but also deepens the known contradictions of Roosevelt&’s character.&” —Maureen Corrigan, NPR Fresh Air One of Franklin Delano Roosevelt&’s closest friends and the first female secretary of labor, Perkins capitalized on the president&’s political savvy and popularity to enact most of the Depression-era programs that are today considered essential parts of the country&’s social safety network.
- Copyright:
- 2009
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- Book Size:
- 400 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780385529501
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780385513654, 9781400078561
- Publisher:
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Date of Addition:
- 02/21/25
- Copyrighted By:
- Kirstin Downey
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs, Politics and Government
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.