Book · 1994 · Presidents' spouses
No Ordinary Time
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Doris Kern's Goodwin's book no ordinary time which is about how FDR managed World War II it's not about the war itself.
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Why people recommend it
No Ordinary Time by Doris Kearns Goodwin is an acclaimed historical biography that details how Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt managed the United States during the extraordinary years of World War II. The book has been championed by writer Morgan Housel as a masterclass in historical writing and leadership. Housel recommended Doris Kearns Goodwin's book during an appearance on My First Million, describing it as an essential historical read about presidential management rather than a traditional combat-focused war book. Housel echoed this admiration on The Tim Ferriss Show, revealing that he had read the substantial 710-page volume multiple times due to its compelling narrative and depth. Later, on the podcast How I Write, Housel cited the biography again, pointing to Goodwin's work as a prime example of effective, accessible long-form historical writing that captures complex political dynamics with extraordinary clarity. Through these multiple mentions, the book is consistently highlighted by Housel as a definitive study in leadership under extreme pressure, offering valuable lessons on crisis management, resilience, and decision-making during one of the most tumultuous periods in modern global history.
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Morgan Housel Doris Kern's Goodwin's book no ordinary time which is about how FDR managed World War II it's not about the… 3
“The best example of this I come across is Doris Kearns Goodwin's book No Ordinary Time. It's a biography of FDR during World War II.”
“Doris Kern's Goodwin's book no ordinary time which is about how FDR managed World War II it's not about the war itself”
“Morgan Housel: I'm pretty sure I've read Doris Kearns' No Ordinary [Time] three times, which is, I think it's 710 pages.”
