Description
About the Author
Ilene Cooper has written many acclaimed children's books, including Jewish Holidays All Year Round, winner of the National Jewish Book Award, The Golden Rule, and A Woman in the House (and Senate). She is an Children's Book Editor for Booklist and lives in Illinois.
Reviews
**STARRED REVIEW**
"An eye-opening journey through Eleanor Roosevelt's life, career, and social justice work . . . The author's meticulous research creates a realistic portrayal of Roosevelt by including her achievements and also recognizing the limitations of her upbringing and status which affected Roosevelt's social justice work . . . An engaging biography that will greatly enhance middle school collections."
**STARRED REVIEW**
"Engaging and thought provoking."
This biography of Eleanor Roosevelt portrays her as a tireless champion of the underdog and a high-profile advocate for civil and human rights . . . A muscular and admiring profile in moral courage. * Kirkus Reviews *
An indisputably timely book. * Publishers Weekly *
A worthwhile introduction to one of America's most prominent social activists. * The Horn Book *
Ilene Cooper's Eleanor Roosevelt, Fighter for Justice is an inspiring account of Eleanor Roosevelt's untiring involvement with the major issues of her time. * Shelf Awareness *
Cooper claims her own authorial turf by focusing on Eleanor Roosevelt's championing of civil rights. * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *
Book Information
ISBN 9781419722950
Author Ilene Cooper
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint Abrams Books for Young Readers
Publisher Abrams