Herbert Hoover: The Man and His Work by Vernon L. Kellogg
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| Author | Kellogg, Vernon L. (Vernon Lyman), 1867-1937 |
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| LoC No. | 20008244 |
| Title | Herbert Hoover: The Man and His Work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Herbert Hoover: The Man and His Work" by Vernon L. Kellogg is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the life and contributions of Herbert Hoover, particularly highlighting his humanitarian efforts during and after World War I. The book portrays Hoover as not only a significant public figure in American history but also as someone who embodied core American values on a global stage. The opening of the book sets the stage by depicting a pivotal moment in Hoover's life as he arrives in Warsaw amid the aftermath of the war. It highlights the joyous reception by the Polish children who regard him as their savior due to his tireless work in providing relief to war-torn regions. Hoover's profound impact on international relief efforts, especially for children suffering from hunger, is introduced, along with insights into his personal life. The narrative captures Hoover's deep empathy for the plight of children and foreshadows his future endeavors aimed at alleviating suffering, thus establishing him as a key figure in humanitarian efforts during challenging times. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E740: History: America: Twentieth century |
| Subject | Hoover, Herbert, 1874-1964 |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Food supply |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29489 |
| Release Date | Jul 22, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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