“Kirstin Downey’s lively, substantive and—dare I say—inspiring new biography of Perkins . . . not only illuminates Perkins’ career but also deepens the known contradictions of Roosevelt’s character.” —Maureen Corrigan, NPR Fresh Air
One of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s closest friends and the first female secretary of labor, Perkins capitalized on the president’s political savvy and popularity to enact most of the Depression-era programs that are today considered essential parts of the country’s social safety network.
- ISBN10 0385513658
- ISBN13 9780385513654
- Publish Date 13 March 2009 (first published 1 January 2009)
- Publish Status Out of Stock
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Nan A. Talese
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 458
- Language English