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1950 This I Remember by Eleanor Roosevelt Antique American History Book Leather

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1950 This I Remember by Eleanor Roosevelt Antique American History Book Leather

This I Remember
By Eleanor Roosevelt
Published by Hutchinson & Co Publishers Ltd: London 1950 1st Edition
In Original Presentation Purple Leather & Gilt Bindings - All Edges Gilt - Stunning!

" Eleanor Roosevelt's This I Remember is one of the most engaging and personal memoirs written by one of the twentieth century's most influential public figures. Published in 1950, the work reflects upon her remarkable life before, during, and after her years in the White House, offering readers an intimate account of family, public service, world events, and her partnership with President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Written with characteristic warmth and honesty, the book provides a unique perspective on some of the defining moments of modern history through the eyes of a woman who helped reshape the role of First Lady.

More than a political memoir, This I Remember is a deeply human recollection of a life devoted to public duty and social progress. Roosevelt reflects upon her childhood, marriage, travels, friendships, and experiences during the Great Depression and Second World War, while also sharing insights into the personalities and events that shaped an era. Her thoughtful observations, combined with a straightforward and engaging writing style, make the work both historically significant and highly readable. The inclusion of numerous illustrations further enhances the narrative, bringing many of the people and places she describes vividly to life.

This particularly handsome 1950 first edition is elevated by its magnificent original presentation purple leather and gilt bindings with all edges gilt, transforming an important historical memoir into a truly luxurious collector's volume. The richly coloured leather, elegant gilt tooling, decorative gilt board edges, and superb overall presentation give the book exceptional shelf appeal. Combining the memoirs of one of the twentieth century's most admired women with a striking fine binding, this is a beautiful and increasingly desirable edition that will appeal equally to collectors of political history, presidential memorabilia, and finely bound books."

Light wear only to covers and spine as shown. All illustrations as called for. Prelim pages with foxing otherwise clean. No inscriptions. A stunning copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 23cm x 16cm x 3cm - 304 Pages

PRODUCT DETAILS


Condition: Very good
Binding: Leather
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Illustrated", "Purple Leather & Gilt Bindings", "All Edges Gilt"]
Region: North America
Subject: Biography & Autobiography
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear only to covers and spine as shown. All illustrations as called for. Prelim pages with foxing otherwise clean. No inscriptions. A stunning copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Eleanor Roosevelt
Publisher: Hutchinson & Co Publishers Ltd: London
Year Printed: 1950
Sub-subject: Eleanor Roosevelt