Summary:
The book delves into Franklin D. Roosevelt's transformation following his battle with polio, examining how the personal crisis and his fight to overcome it shaped his character and political career. It explores the pivotal period in which Roosevelt's empathy, resilience, and leadership qualities were forged, setting the stage for his presidency during the Great Depression and World War II.
Key points:
1. FDR's polio battle built his resilience and empathy, key for his presidency.
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