The 6 Women Who Shaped America’s Most Macho President
In “The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt,” Edward F. O’Keefe explores the informal kitchen cabinet that helped Roosevelt, the 26th president, speak softly and carry a big stick.
Surprisingly, a president who was almost cartoonishly masculine can now be added to the list of leaders who depended on their better halves; Theodore Roosevelt was surrounded by female advisers throughout his life. As Edward F. O’Keefe explains in his new book, “The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt,” the coterie of Teddy-whisperers included his mother (called Mittie), two wives (Alice and Edith), two talented sisters (known as Bamie and Conie) and his daughter Alice. . .
‘The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt’ Review: For Teddy, Family Mattered
Five extraordinary women in TR’s life were his most trusted advisers, his most insightful strategists and his most faithful supporters.
Has there ever been a more manly president than Theodore Roosevelt? Big-game hunter in Africa, soldier leading the Rough Riders up Cuba’s San Juan Hill, cattle rancher and defender of the mighty bison in the Dakotas. The nation’s youngest president (at age 42) was a man of action, his name synonymous with vigor, strength and vitality…
'Remarkable discovery': Newly discovered love letters showcased in 'The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt'
Edward O'Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, joins Morning Joe to discuss his new book, "The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President," shedding light on the pivotal roles played by TR's mother, wives, and sisters in shaping his legacy. Watch the video
"Theodore Roosevelt, perhaps the most masculine president in the American memory, was the product of women.”
Author and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, Ed O’Keefe, talks about his new book documenting the life President Theodore Roosevelt and his family.
"The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt" shares the story of the important women in his life
The CBS New York Book Club with Mary Calvi has a chance to hear from author Edward O'Keefe about his work on the book.
Author Edward O’Keefe on the ‘unsung’ women behind Theodore Roosevelt
Edward O’Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, discusses his book on the 26th president and the five women who shaped him. He also reflects on Roosevelt’s legacy and its relevance to contemporary politics.
Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation CEO Edward O’Keefe talked about the women who shaped Theodore Roosevelt’s character, life, and politics. Politics & Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C., hosted this event.
The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: Ed O'Keefe Discusses His Latest Book
The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt offers a captivating and scholarly exploration of one of America's most iconic presidents through the lens of five remarkable yet unsung women. This authoritative work delves into the lives of Roosevelt's mother, sisters, and wives, revealing how these influential figures propelled him into the American Century. Through meticulous research and lyrical storytelling, this book sheds new light on Theodore Roosevelt, celebrating the extraordinary women who shaped his path to greatness and leadership. Discover the hidden stories behind the man who became a pivotal figure in American history.
On May 17 the Brattleboro Literary Festival hoste Edward O’Keefe, author of "The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President," and CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, who was in conversation with Michael Cullinane, the Lowman Walton Chair of Theodore Roosevelt Studies at Dickinson State University, and Public Historian for the Theodore Roosevelt Association.
Edward O’Keefe, "The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President"
We love to think of Theodore Roosevelt as a self-made man. The new book, The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President explores this myth through the lens of the many women who influenced him. We visit with author Edward O'Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt President Library Foundation.
Edward O’Keefe: The Women Who Shaped President Teddy Roosevelt
One of the great Presidents in the history of our country, Theodore Roosevelt, is often depicted as a quintessential self-made man. He overcame great challenges in his early life, and went on to make history and shape the direction of our country. But a closer examination of his life reveals a deeper, more universal truth. He, like so many of us, was shaped by the extraordinary women in his life. And today, we want to honor and remember the great women who shape all of us. Edward O’Keefe from the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library joins the show as we look forward to Mother’s Day.
The Women Behind Theodore Roosevelt
On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Edward O’Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation, joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to discuss the fascinating life of Theodore Roosevelt and share how Teddy's mother, sisters, and wives shaped his path to the White House.
John Strand, Williston Basin Petroleum Conference with Reva Kautz, Ed O'Keefe and Gubernatorial candidate Kelly Armstrong
Edward F. O'Keefe: The Era, Women, and Realignment That Made Theodore Roosevelt
Edward F. O'Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Foundation and author of The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President, joins The Realignment. He joins the show as part of The Realignment's coverage of the American presidency during the lead up to the 2024 election. Marshall and Edward discuss why they believe Theodore Roosevelt is the most compelling and interesting president, the ways that Roosevelt's rugged 19th century masculinity was shsaped by his mother, sisters, and wives, how he navigated America's industrial era realignment, and the future plans to build a Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota.
Edward O'Keefe - "The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt"
Teddy Roosevelt is thought of as the quintessentially masculine American president. He is known for going to war, for fighting buffalo with his bare hands, and sailing down the River of Doubt. But as Edward O'Keefe, the CEO of the Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library explains, TR is more a product of the women in his life than the men. His mother, sisters and wives played critical roles in his formative years, his early political career and his presidency. From the mother who soothed his near...
Teddy Roosevelt: The Making of the Rough Rider President
Theodore Roosevelt is arguably the most masculine president in American history. So how was he influenced by the women around him? And how was he impacted by the deaths of two of them on the same day?
In this episode, Edward O'Keefe introduces us to Theodore Roosevelt's mother, two sisters, and two wives: Mittie, Bamie, Conie, Alice and Edith…
The Surprising Feminist Life of President Theodore Roosevelt
A new book shines a light on the women who shaped the life of the 26th US President.
“There can be no question that women should have equal rights with men.” So began Theodore Roosevelt’s 1880 Harvard senior thesis, “Practicability of Giving Men and Women Equal Rights.”
‘The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt’ looks at the women who shaped a future president
A new book offers a new way to understand one of America's most important presidents. Jeffrey Brown sat down with author Edward O'Keefe to discuss, "The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt: The Women Who Created a President." It's for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. Read the full transcript
Our Most Macho President Owed Everything to Women
You can’t know the real TR without knowing the women who shaped him.
When you’re born in North Dakota, you get a few idols to choose from: Peggy Lee, Lawrence Welk, Roger Maris — or Theodore Roosevelt. For me the choice was easy…
The Wife That History Forgot
A new discovery sheds fresh light on Alice Hathaway Lee, Theodore Roosevelt’s first love, who was largely written off as inconsequential in the president’s life
For fans of presidential history, a fascinating celebration of women who helped make an iconic president.
"Behind every great man, there is a greater woman—in Theodore Roosevelt's case, five women.”
The women in Theodore Roosevelt’s life strongly influenced his political career, historian O’Keefe argues in his elegant debut study.
"Roosevelt admirers and readers interested in women’s exercise of political power will enjoy this one."
Edward O’Keefe talks with Brian Kilmeade about February 14, 1884 — TR’s infamous Valentine’s Day
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