9780243095179 - Excerpts From Rooseveltian Fact and Fable (Classic Reprint) de Hale, Mrs. Annie Riley (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Unraveling a complex tapestry of fact and fiction, this book exposes the stark contradictions between the public image and private reality of Theodore Roosevelt through careful research and documented evidence. The author delves into his early political beginnings, revealing a less than noble character marked by opportunism and self-promotion. The book challenges the widely held belief that Roosevelt was a war hero in Cuba, meticulously dissecting the events of the San Juan Hill battle to reveal a vastly different truth. Furthermore, it casts doubt on the authenticity of the famous Round Robin, a document attributed to Roosevelt that allegedly advocated for the withdrawal of troops from Cuba. This book provides a fascinating exploration of the creation of a historical icon and the consequences of perpetuating myths in shaping public perception. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.