UNLIKELY HEROES

Drawing on new materials, Unlikely Heroes constructs an entirely fresh understanding of FDR and his presidency by spotlighting the powerful, equally wounded figures whom he raised up to confront the Depression, then to beat the Axis.

“Leebaert has done the near impossible—crafted a fresh and challenging portrait.”
—Richard Norton Smith, author of An Uncommon Man

“A fascinating and absorbing analysis.”
—Susan Dunn, author of 1940

“A deep examination. A nuanced study of reformist government in action.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“An enlightening investigation into the alchemy of successful governance.”
—Publishers Weekly

“Leebaert illuminates the dynamics of FDR’s consequential administration.”
—Booklist