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Hissing Cousins
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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A Richmond Times-Dispatch Best Book of the Year When Theodore Roosevelt became president in 1901, his beautiful and flamboyant daughter was transformed into "Princess Alice," arguably the century's first global celebrity. Thirty-two years later, Alice's first cousin Eleanor moved into the White House as First Lady. The two women had been born eight months and twenty blocks apart in New York City, spent much of their childhoods together, and were far more alike than most historians acknowledge. But their politics and personalities couldn't have been more distinct. Democratic icon Eleanor was committed to social justice and hated the limelight; Republican Alice was an opponent of big government who gained notoriety for her cutting remarks. The cousins liked to play up their rivalry--in the 1930s they even wrote opposing syndicated newspaper columns and embarked on competing nationwide speaking tours. When the family business is politics, winning trumps everything. Lively, intimate, and stylishly written, Hissing Cousins is a double biography of two extraordinary women whose entwined lives give us a sweeping look at the twentieth century in America.
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Jgotham
Jgotham
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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I could be nitpicking but I just hate seeing things like this-especially written by men. Now why couldn‘t it just be a book about two women or their story? Why is it reduced to the stereotype of gossiping women or cat fights?

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K.Wielechowski
K.Wielechowski
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Dual biography of two fascinating women! I knew a little bit about Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longfellow but I didn‘t realize just how much they had their hands in American politics and the fact that they were involved for decades.
I enjoyed hearing about their lives as they were woven together by nature of being cousins and their opposing political views.

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monalyisha
monalyisha
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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?Circus Peanuts

?"Reincarnation Blues" - Michael Poore

??Indian: Paneer. Vindaloo. Curry. Samosas. Garlic naan. ?

✅ Yes; I have 12 first cousins! 10 of them are boys. When I was little & my dad made plans to visit his sister (my Aunt Sue), I used to cry, "I don't wanna go to Boy Land!" Oh, well. At least we could bond over "Goosebumps" books. ?‍♀️??

?????? #friyay #friyayintro @jess.how

MemoirsForMe 🤗💖 7y
TK421 I had forgotten how much I hate circus peanuts. 7y
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drbethandherkindle
drbethandherkindle
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Combatting this dreary day with my only entry into #nonfictionNovember and peppermint tea

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Kat.Kao
Kat.Kao
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Such an enjoyable read! I love Eleanor, but Alice is also fascinating and accomplished. Plus, this totally counted as studying for the American History CSET subtest!

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Readaholics
Readaholics
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Loved it! The tale of two Roosevelt Cousin's who impacted history and White House politics. The two strong women were often adversaries and developed completely different styles.

Cortg I just heard a speaker who told stories from Alice's point of view, I'm intrigues about this book! Thx 8y
Hreynolds Another Roosevelt fan! I just recently read a biography of Alice Roosevelt - they are such an interesting family! 8y
Amandajoy I love Teddy Roosevelt & every time I read a biography about him, I'm intrigued by Alice. I'll have to check this one out! 8y
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theladygreer Best title ever. 8y
ApoptyGina69 Neat! I hadn't heard of this. Added! 8y
kspenmoll Sounds like a read for me! 8y
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Readaholics
Readaholics
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Loving this epic tale of two completely different women who were integral to the politics of the early 1900's. From Teddy's daughter Alice charming China's empress dowager to Eleanor's lesbian friends picnicking at Hyde Park, these two trailblazers left an indelible mark on history.

ValerieAndBooks I wonder if any of it really is "untold" material? Still looks good, adding to the stack! 8y
Bookdodger #ValerieandBooks love your comment! We once filled an entire display with "Untold" stories. It is a much overused descriptor. 8y
BibliophileMomma @Jearle this seems like something you would enjoy. 8y
Jearle @Tiffness83 I have seen documentaries on Eleanor. I bet this would be an interesting read. 8y
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Readaholics
Readaholics
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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I'm listening to this audiobook about the rivalry between first cousins - Eleanor and Alice. It's amazing to hear about the family in-fighting and politics of one of America's first families. I just got back from Manchester, Mass. Where I visited for my cousin's wedding. Thankfully we all love each other. Lol.

JacintaMCarter I'm currently reading about Alice Roosevelt. I might have to read Hissing Cousins next.
[tagged book]Alice, the life and times of Alice Roosevelt Longworth
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BethFishReads Ooohhhh on my list and also
[tagged book]Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady
8y
Kaye Very good book. Well worth the read ( or listen ). 8y
izah.ahmad Sounds interesting! Time to lurk around for this book then 8y
Vblancsbooks I didn't know there was a book out about them! Add to the TBR! 8y
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melissagayle
melissagayle
Hissing Cousins: The Untold Story of Eleanor Roosevelt and Alice Roosevelt Longworth | Marc Peyser, Timothy Dwyer
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Also research. Making my first attempt at historical YA with Alice and Eleanor Roosevelt!

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