John W. Jeffries' scholarship delves into twentieth-century American political and policy history, with a particular focus on the Franklin D. Roosevelt era and the American home front during World War II. He is the author of significant works examining the politics and policy of these pivotal periods. His research further explores domestic policymaking throughout World War II, offering readers profound insights into the nation's past.
Jeffries paints a picture of a people emerging from the Great Depression and eager for a better life, yet often reluctant to abandon the touchstones of their past. His succinct, informative history is a welcome contribution to our understanding of this crucial moment in the American experience.