The Definitive FDR: Roosevelt: The Lion and the Fox (1882-1940) and Roosevelt: The Soldier of Freedom (1940-1945)

Franklin Delano Roosevelt's life story is a fascinating tale of political maneuvering, steady consolidation of power, and unprecedented leadership during times of crisis.

Burns's magisterial biography tells the complete life story of the longest serving president in US history, reshaping the country during the Great Depression and World War II.

From Roosevelt: The Lion and the Fox (1882-1940), readers will learn about FDR's youth and education, his rise to national prominence, and his first two terms as president.

In Roosevelt: The Soldier of Freedom (1940-1945), Burns examines the president's skillful wartime leadership and vision for postwar peace.

This comprehensive biography is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, political science, or leadership studies.