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The Woman Behind the New Deal
The Life and Legacy of Frances Perkins--Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, and the Minimum Wage
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The biography offers a vibrant exploration of Perkins' career while revealing the complexities of Roosevelt's character. Through in-depth research and engaging storytelling, it highlights the contradictions and nuances of both figures, providing readers with a deeper understanding of their impact on history. Downey's work is both informative and inspiring, making it a significant contribution to the genre.
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The Woman Behind the New Deal, Kirstin Downey
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- 2010
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- Title
- The Woman Behind the New Deal
- Subtitle
- The Life and Legacy of Frances Perkins--Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, and the Minimum Wage
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kirstin Downey
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 496
- ISBN13
- 9781400078561
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Social Sciences, Historical Themes, History, True Stories, Biographies, Political Science & Politics, Politics, Autobiographies & Memoirs, Feminism, Politicians' Biographies, American History, Women's Biographies
- Rating
- 4.2 out of 5
- Description
- The biography offers a vibrant exploration of Perkins' career while revealing the complexities of Roosevelt's character. Through in-depth research and engaging storytelling, it highlights the contradictions and nuances of both figures, providing readers with a deeper understanding of their impact on history. Downey's work is both informative and inspiring, making it a significant contribution to the genre.