Bully Pulpit: Theodore Roosevelt and the Golden Age of Journalism

Doris Kearns Goodwin's "Team of Rivals" is a book about the birth of America's Progressive Era, focusing on the friendship between Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft and the muckrakers who exposed corruption and exploitation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 928 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2018
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Doris Kearns Goodwin, the acclaimed author of the multi-million copy bestseller "Team of Rivals," which was brought to life by Steven Spielberg in the film "Lincoln," delves into the birth of America's Progressive Era, a time of immense optimism and reform. The air is filled with the scent of change, and it is high time to confront the corrupt politicians and robber barons who have brought the country to its knees.

The story unfolds through the close friendship between two Presidents: Theodore Roosevelt (1901-1909) and his handpicked successor William Howard Taft (1909-1913). The decades-long intimacy between these two leaders strengthens them as they embark on a mission to reform America. They break up monopolies, protect the rights of labor, ban unsafe drugs, and close sweatshops.

At the heart of the story are the original muckrakers, a group of investigative journalists at the renowned magazine "McClure's." These journalists are a brilliant bunch who publish popular exposes of fraudulent railroads and millionaire senators. They aid Roosevelt in his quest for change and fairness, shining a light on the corrupt practices that were prevalent in the early 20th century.

As Roosevelt, Taft, and the muckrakers confront corruption and expose exploitation, America is reborn. The Progressive Era brings about significant social and economic changes, paving the way for a more equitable and just society. The story of "Team of Rivals" is a testament to the power of friendship, determination, and the pursuit of truth in the face of adversity. It reminds us that even in the darkest times, there is always hope for a brighter future.

Weight: 678g
Dimension: 193 x 126 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780670921010