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The goddess of peace and Japanese Emperor Meiji walk beside each other while President Roosevelt holds a rope attached to the goddess. Roosevelt reads “The Strenuous Life” while he has a book by Thucydides under his arm. In the background, a bear watches from a battleship in the background.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-07-30
President Roosevelt finished George Otto Trevelyan’s recent volume on the American Revolution, and sincerely praises it as “one of the few histories which can deservedly be called great.” Although biased, Roosevelt places the American Revolution among the great historical events. Trevelyan treats it well, and Roosevelt compares him to other authors of military history. He especially appreciates the justice Trevelyan gives Charles Grey, 1st Earl Grey, as he believes in giving men credit regardless of their allegiance. Roosevelt rejoices in interesting books like Trevelyan’s, particularly when he has much to worry about. He will send a volume of his speeches.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-11-11
David P. Barrows submits messages about Prescott Ford Jernegan’s School History and Adeline Knapp’s Story of the Philippines. Knapp’s book covers much of the same material as Jernegan’s book, but “in a much inferior way.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1906-03-08
There has been a movement to relax the requirements for the study of Greek for Rhodes Scholarships, as it proves a stumbling block for many aspirants. However, there are arguments against relaxing these standards. In particular, the study of Greek prepares the student for public life by training him to express his thoughts with brevity and precision. The recent inaugural address of President Roosevelt shows the influence of his study of Greek.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1905-03-07
In his article for Ladies’ Home Journal, Theodore Roosevelt describes the benefits of reading and provides advice on how to get people of any age interested in reading “serious literature.” Roosevelt elaborates on his reading habits and book selection processes, which stem from both his current mood and educational desires.
1915-04
George Otto Trevelyan was “greatly stirred and fired” by President Roosevelt’s last letter. He reports on the achievements of his children, and discusses reading and education. Trevelyan notes that Henry James visits his family every year.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1904-02-10