This past week public television ran a seven-part series by Ken Burns chronicling the lives of three of the Roosevelts: Teddy, Eleanor and Franklin. I have learned more about American history in a week than I was ever taught in what passes for public school in this country. My sincere hope is that most everyone watched it and engaged with the programming. Ken Burns is a master at film-making. We are so lucky to have him in our generation.
I feel the same. I was glued to the TV for two hours every night watching this excellent series by Ken Burns. What a different world it was then, and yet some things (i.e., politics) remain the same. FDR especially accomplished so much during his terms and left a lasting legacy, as did Eleanor in her own right.
ReplyDeleteYes, exactly, P. The series was so comprehensive, I feel as if I have taken an entire history course with a fabulous teacher. I guess on some level that is Exactly what we have done. Thanks, Ken !~!
DeletePlayed here when I was at work. Darn missed it all.
ReplyDeleteIt'll run again and again, Cita, don't worry. Then it will be on Netflix. Roku has it already for pay but it'll be free streaming soon. It was the best Ken Burns yet.
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