Theodore Roosevelt

At the dawn of the 20th century a new magazine appeared to the delight of thousands of Americans simultaneously with the national emergence of a young man who would captivate tens of thousands, even millions of Americans. The magazine was PUCK, the man was Theodore Roosevelt. With wonderful cartoons & delightful caricatures, PUCK sought readers, while in various political offices Roosevelt sought voters. In time they found each other, & that is what this book is about. PUCK was a satirical magazine which avidly skewered the "high & the mighty," & powerful politicians were among its favorite targets. "Teddy" Roosevelt first won its attention for his Spanish-American War exploits. Thereafter, as Governor of New York, as the nations's Vice President, & finally as a most vibrant young President, Theodore Roosevelt became a most popular cover page subject. In & out of the White House, Theodore Roosevelt captured the attention & the hearts of the American people like no other President before him, & with some exceptions to be sure, PUCK'S portrayals of the ebullient Rough Rider were colorful & handsome. This compilation of cover reproductions & essays attempts to recapture & explain those bygone decades.Valaik, J. David is the author of 'Theodore Roosevelt', published 1993 under ISBN 9781878097118 and ISBN 1878097113.