A wartime manifesto on the moral obligations of democratic citizens from the most influential first lady in American history. With the threat of the Third Reich looming; Eleanor Roosevelt employs the history of human rights to establish the idea that at the core of democracy is a spiritual responsibility to other citizens. Roosevelt then calls on all Americans; especially the youth; to prioritize the well-being of others and have faith that their fellow citizens will protect them in return. She defines this trust between people as a trait of true democracy. Roosevelt advances an optimistic model for the democracy of the future; and although we’ve taken some steps in the direction of her vision; it’s still a long way from reality. The issues first addressed in this 1940 essay—namely financial inequality and racial discrimination—are sadly still relevant today; as bigotry continues to undermine our national unity. Her first publication as first lady; The Moral Basis of Democracy is an honest and heartfelt call for all Americans to choose love and faith over hatred and fear. Roosevelt takes an inspiring stance in defense of democracy; progress; and morality; the wisdom imparted here is timeless; and a must-read for every American. This edition features a foreword by Rev. Carol Howard Merritt; an introduction by Roosevelt historian Allida Black; PhD; and an illustrated biography of Eleanor Roosevelt including images from the author’s estate.
#541293 in Books 2014-08-19Format: UnabridgedOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .35 x 6.00l; .23 #File Name: 1500893757154 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five Heroes Most Definitely Worth Learning About!By Don KidwellGreat book with personal photos included for learning about Joseph Beyrle; Yakov Pavlov; Robert Cain; David Currie and Bhanbhagta Gurung. I got the greatest charge learning about the first three individuals as the most memorable passages for me mentioned Beyrle being the only man known to fight for three armies (the USA; UK and Russia); Pavlov and company having to kick over piles of German dead during lulls in the battle at night so as to have an unobstructed field of fire; and Cain continuing to fight by stuffing rags into his bleeding ears as his eardrums had burst from all of the gunfire. Handy links from the table of contents let you read any of the five men's stories in any order you choose. Will leave you with my favorite passage issued from Sergeant Yakov Pavlov as the Germans desperately try to bring the buildings down around them; "A house is a house even with three walls...and a little ventilation!"8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. Great readingBy Jorge WarnerosThis is an interesting book. Learning about the lives of some of the soldiers who fought in WW2 in this book really makes you be interested in reading more about the personal lives of the protagonists of this event. I'm familiar with WW2 history; but this approach was pleasantly refreshing.I'll definitely read the second volume in this series.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Well organized stories of a handful of heroesBy Rachel HoronThe soldiers featured in "World War 2 Soldier Stories" are the stories that demonstrate the fighting spirit of the Allied forces. They received their honors from their country and the respect of their colleagues. These are important to share in books like these because veterans like these are only accessible through oral and written history. Joseph Beyrle fought the Germans with United States; British; and Russian troops. Yakov Pavlov defended a critical position in the battle of Stalingrad for almost two months. Robert Henry Cain's "coolness and courage under incessant fire" was respected by his comrades and rewarded by the British military. Major David Currie demonstrated his bravery and commanding skills in St. Lambert; thus earning him the Victoria Cross. Bhanbhagta Gurung may be seen as crazy by some; but he did not falter as he took out the enemy in Burma with a variety of weapons and showed no fear exposing his location in the open. This collection of stories are just a few well-organized facts about their battles and acts of bravery of some of the heroes of the Allied forces.
