Theodore Roosevelt

Author: (USA) Markovich/Zhou Juan
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: On January 1912, before delivering his campaign speech, Theodore Roosevelt was shot. After the police subdued the attacker, Roosevelt pressed a handkerchief against the still-bleeding wound and delivered his speech as planned. Those who knew that Theodore Roosevelt had been a frail child would not have imagined that one day he could perform such an act requiring great willpower and physical strength. However, even as a young boy, Roosevelt showed extraordinary determination. He was deeply interested in nature and also had a great love for it. As a child, Theodore Roosevelt spent a lot of time collecting, drawing, and recording specimens of animals and birds. As President, Roosevelt played a significant role in establishing the U.S. national park system. This book details the enjoyable childhood of the 26th U.S. President, as well as many of his achievements, including the construction of the Panama Canal and the receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize.