Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
The Letters of Theodore Roosevelt constitute a major contribution to the field of American history and literature. At the same time, they present an autobiography of matchless candor and vitality. They are at once a mine of information for the historian, a case study in astute and vigorous political leadership, and a delight to the general reader. All the letters needed to reveal Roosevelt's thought and action in his public and private life are included, with appropriate editorial comment; and each is printed in its entirety.
In the letters of 1905-1909, Roosevelt's "big stick" carries increasing weight at home and abroad. These are the years of the fleet's cruise around the world, of trust-busting and railroad regulation and currency control, and the building of the Panama Canal. They include the Panic of 1907, "Nature Faking," conservation, the choice of a successor, and the bitter conflict between President and Congress in the closing days of the administration.
Table of Contents
VOLUME SIX
"To Restore Confidence," continued December 1907--January 1908
"Nominated Solely on My Assurances" January 1908--June 1908
"raft Will Carry on the Work" June 1908--November 1908
The Final Legacies November 1908--March 1909
APPENDIX
1. Theodore Roosevelt and the Panama Canal
2. Theodore Roosevelt and the Hepburn Act
3. Special Message, January 31, 1908
4. Chronology
INDEX