A review by lindasdarby
The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris

4.0

This book definitely dragged in some places for me especially as Roosevelt's life become more steeped in political intrigue. I loved the beginning of the book where Morris really delves into Roosevelt's family and home life, his fragile health and his education. As Roosevelt ages his elitism bothered me more and more but I admit his integrity and zest for life along with his desire to learn and work make him a person to admire. I can't forget his fight for those who are disadvantaged and also conservation. While some biographies of presidents have made me like them so much more this book is a good example of how complex we are as people and this includes Roosevelt. He was a great person despite the fact that I do think he kind of bullied people to get what he wanted and he had no clue really about people who weren't born with connections and money. Definitely worth the read to learn more about such an interesting person. Now go visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park and see his cabin in Medora.