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Too Close to the Sun: Growing Up in the Shadow of My Grandparents, Franklin...
by Roosevelt, Curtis | HC | LikeNew
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A book that looks new but has been read. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Like new
- Seller notes
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Weight
- 2 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9781586485542
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Perseus Books Group
ISBN-10
1586485547
ISBN-13
9781586485542
eBay Product ID (ePID)
65632130
Product Key Features
Book Title
Too Close to the Sun : Growing Up in the Shadow of My Grandparents, Franklin and Eleanor
Number of Pages
320 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2008
Topic
Women, General, Presidents & Heads of State, Political, Historical
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.1 in
Item Weight
35.7 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2008-033994
Reviews
USA Today , November 25, 2008 "Even as a young boy Roosevelt had a keen eye to what was going on around him, and gives us a peek behind the curtains of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., including FDR's 'bedside breakfast meetings' where the president read the comics to his grandchildren while reviewing the day's schedule with his advisers.", St. Petersburg Times , December 30, 2008 "[Curtis Roosevelt] tells wonderful, nostalgic stories about the president and the two Mrs. Roosevelts, who at a crucial time in the national's history still made time for their grandchildren…. His was a memorable coming of age, and he brings it vividly to life in this richly illustrated memoir.", The Tennessean, October 26, 2008 "Filled with family photos, secrets and appearances by Harry Truman, Henry Wallace, Shirley Temple, Fala and the Roosevelt cousins, this volume is a fresh link to a bygone era.", Kirkus , October 1, 2008 "FDR's eldest grandson nostalgically recounts his childhood growing up in close proximity to his charismatic grandparents&. He captures the delight of living at the White House from the perspective of a child given access to presidential marches, receptions and afternoon teas.", St. Petersburg Times, December 30, 2008 "[Curtis Roosevelt] tells wonderful, nostalgic stories about the president and the two Mrs. Roosevelts, who at a crucial time in the nationalrs"s history still made time for their grandchildrenhellip;. His was a memorable coming of age, and he brings it vividly to life in this richly illustrated memoir.", St. Petersburg Times , December 30, 2008 "[Curtis Roosevelt] tells wonderful, nostalgic stories about the president and the two Mrs. Roosevelts, who at a crucial time in the national's history still made time for their grandchildren&. His was a memorable coming of age, and he brings it vividly to life in this richly illustrated memoir.", Publishers Weekly , October 2, 2008 "Curtis writes affectionately and beautifully about his grandparents.& Along with relaying a rich and fascinating cornucopia of anecdotes involving family life, Curtis devotes thoughtful discussion to the complex subject of reflected fame and its impact on young people growing up as the scions of celebrity. No one alive today knew Franklin and Eleanor quite as well as Curtis, their eldest grandson, and his sister. Thus this splendid, intimate memoir represents an invaluable addition to the literature of the Roosevelt era.", Publishers Weekly, October 2, 2008 "Curtis writes affectionately and beautifully about his grandparents.hellip; Along with relaying a rich and fascinating cornucopia of anecdotes involving family life, Curtis devotes thoughtful discussion to the complex subject of reflected fame and its impact on young people growing up as the scions of celebrity. No one alive today knew Franklin and Eleanor quite as well as Curtis, their eldest grandson, and his sister. Thus this splendid, intimate memoir represents an invaluable addition to the literature of the Roosevelt era.", Kirkus , October 1, 2008 "FDR's eldest grandson nostalgically recounts his childhood growing up in close proximity to his charismatic grandparents…. He captures the delight of living at the White House from the perspective of a child given access to presidential marches, receptions and afternoon teas.", Publishers Weekly , October 2, 2008 "Curtis writes affectionately and beautifully about his grandparents.… Along with relaying a rich and fascinating cornucopia of anecdotes involving family life, Curtis devotes thoughtful discussion to the complex subject of reflected fame and its impact on young people growing up as the scions of celebrity. No one alive today knew Franklin and Eleanor quite as well as Curtis, their eldest grandson, and his sister. Thus this splendid, intimate memoir represents an invaluable addition to the literature of the Roosevelt era.", USA Today, November 25, 2008 "Even as a young boy Roosevelt had a keen eye to what was going on around him, and gives us a peek behind the curtains of 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., including FDR's 'bedside breakfast meetings' where the president read the comics to his grandchildren while reviewing the day's schedule with his advisers.", Kirkus, October 1, 2008 "FDR's eldest grandson nostalgically recounts his childhood growing up in close proximity to his charismatic grandparents…. He captures the delight of living at the White House from the perspective of a child given access to presidential marches, receptions and afternoon teas."
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
973.917092 B
Synopsis
Curtis Roosevelt was three when he and his sister, Eleanor, arrived at the White House soon after their grandfather's inauguration. The country's "First Grandchildren," a pint-sized double act, they were known to the media as "Sistie and Buzzie." In this rich memoir, Roosevelt brings us into "the goldfish bowl," as his family called it--that glare of public scrutiny to which all presidential households must submit. He recounts his misadventures as a hapless kid in an unforgivably formal setting and describes his role as a tiny planet circling the dual suns of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Blending self-abasement, humor, awe and affection, Too Close to the Sun is an intimate portrait of two of the most influential and inspirational figures in modern American history--and a thoughtful exploration of the emotional impact of growing up in their irresistible aura., FDR's grandson describes his strange and wondrous coming-of-age in the Roosevelt White House--and the perils of a public childhood.
LC Classification Number
E807.1.R345A3 2008
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- v***v (2059)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAlthough this book was not as described, with no picture of it in the listing, the seller communicated well and quickly gave me a full refund while letting me keep it. The minimal packaging left the book a bit vulnerable (typical for ThriftBooks), but it did arrive safely and timely. As usual, it’s hit or miss with this seller, but often times you can get great values, and their customer service is always very good. Many other sellers with millions of transactions don’t even communicate.
- 2***j (113)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseI've ordered several items from this vendor now and they've always been what they were advertised as. This was no exception. Both discs were in great shape as well as their jewel cases. Delivery is good, packaging is simple but effective for what you're paying and I haven't had any get damaged. Will keep buying from this vendor because of the results so far and good prices, too.