--- product_id: 51650595 title: "Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady (Modern Library (Paperback))" brand: "sylvia jukes morris" price: "172.80 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51650595-edith-kermit-roosevelt-portrait-of-a-first-lady-modern-library store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady (Modern Library (Paperback)) **Brand:** sylvia jukes morris **Price:** 172.80 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady (Modern Library (Paperback)) by sylvia jukes morris - **How much does it cost?** 172.80 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51650595-edith-kermit-roosevelt-portrait-of-a-first-lady-modern-library) ## Best For - sylvia jukes morris enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sylvia jukes morris brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady (Modern Library (Paperback)) - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51KuZYDL8xL.jpg) ![Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady (Modern Library (Paperback)) - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41dDcw5PcvL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Biography *by J***N on Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2015* “Edith Kermit Roosevelt: Portrait of a First Lady” by Sylvia J. Morris has newly discovered information. Morris has done extensive research for this book. The book reveals information from newly discovered letters and documents as well as the 50 plus years of diaries that Edith kept. Morris paints an intimate picture of Edith K. Roosevelt and her lifelong relationship with Theodore Roosevelt. They had known each other from early childhood.Morris weaves an interesting tale based on the new information about how two strong willed persons of opposing personalities thrived in a successful marriage. Edith was a private person and destroyed most of her letters and encouraged TR and other people she corresponded with to destroy her letters: lucky for us many did not destroy them.Edith was often the mother and father to her large family of children and pets as TR often left for months at a time on hunting trips, safaris and political campaigns. EKR took over managing the family finances as she claimed TR was too impulsive with money. Apparently she was an excellent accountant and investor of their monies. The author paints EKR as an intelligent, well educated, skilled manager and highly organized. Her skills at organization were critical to managing a large family, constant guests and the White House. Morris states she acquired experience in balancing political and family obligation as First Lady of New York that she put to excellent use in the White House.I have read many books about Theodore Roosevelt but this book looks at TR and family from a different viewpoint that of a lifelong friend and wife, Edith. Morris does not down play the jealousy Edith felt for Alice (the first wife). Edith had turned down a proposal of marriage from TR prior to his marriage to Alice.The author reveals how much EKR enjoyed living in the Governor’s mansion when TR was governor of New York. She apparently enjoyed being the First Lady of New York. Morris shows how reading was so important to both the Roosevelts and to their close friends. They had many long discussions about books. She helped TR proof the books he wrote as well as provide some input.I had recently read “Nellie Taft” by Carl Sferrezza Anthony. Anthony had discussed throughout the book how Nellie hated and distrusted Edith K. Roosevelt thereby providing a different viewpoint of EDR albeit a distorted viewpoint. I did note while reading the book that EDR behaved in a gracious lady like manner at all times to Mrs. Taft.I find it interesting to gradually discover a person in history by reading many books from a certain timeframe and piecing the picture together from the various viewpoints. If you are interested in the Roosevelt family and or TR you will find this book full of interesting information. The e-book was 608 pages with pictures. I read it on my Kindle app for my iPad. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful insight into the Roosevelt clan, and into this amazing lady. *by B***L on Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2020* I knew nothing about Edith and the family she presided over. Unfortunately history offers very little information about the First Family, and politics and media provide questionable insight into the president. This book gives so much of Edith and Theodore as children that we can appreciate the powerful and loving relationship they shared. They were effective parents, and had lasting effects on each of their children. A family deserving lasting respect. I also appreciate the deeper understanding of Theodore Roosevelt, the man. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Captivating *by K***6 on Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2017* Chosen for .... my own research paper....I am in awe of the vast research, Sylvia Morris, put forth ...My initial motive was to speed read...but I found myself going back and reading again, and treating it with pleasure....thinking perhaps I might miss something..thoroughly enjoyed this book...EKR was far more than I had ever imagined....most touching, witty, "little bitchy", composed, intelligent, fighter, frugal, philanthropist, athletic, "stand by your man" and best of all..."there's always a great woman behind a great man".....wish my own Mother were here to hear her views on her...Would I suggest this book?......Only if they had the same likes as myself... --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51650595-edith-kermit-roosevelt-portrait-of-a-first-lady-modern-library](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/51650595-edith-kermit-roosevelt-portrait-of-a-first-lady-modern-library) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-06-25*