Mar 30, 2016 · Theodore Roosevelt’s Advice on Reading Editor’s Note: Theodore Roosevelt is known to have been one of the most voracious readers in all of history. He could speed-read his way through up to three books per day.

Feb 3, 2014 · What did Theodore Roosevelt read and enjoy? Check out this list of recommendations he made to a friend, full of classic literature, Greek tragedy, and modern fiction.

Jul 15, 2024 · Explore 10 powerful lessons Roosevelt gleaned from his lifelong love of reading. See the most inspiring reading tips from Roosevelt.

Still, Roosevelt recommends plenty of books in the piece, name drops a few titles he’s not so crazy about, and doles out tons of reading tips in the process. 1. START READING YOUNG

Dec 17, 2018 · Below are some of those books, as well as others described in his diaries, letters, and many published works. Photograph from Theodore Roosevelt, “The Books That I Read and When and How I Do My Reading,” Ladies’ Home Journal, April 1915. Theodore Roosevelt Digital Library, Dickinson State University.

Jan 30, 2014 · It’s well known among historians that our venerated 26th president, Theodore Roosevelt, was probably the most well-read president, and perhaps one of the most well-read men in all of history. He would read a book before breakfast every day, and depending on his schedule, another two or three in the evening (he was a speed reader extraordinaire).

Feb 22, 2022 · On two occasions, I’ve been able to write about President Theodore Roosevelt’s reading philosophy and habits. The first, written in 2014 for Book Riot , outlines a few of TR’s “rules” for reading.

Apr 30, 2019 · So you might be asking, what did Roosevelt himself recommend for books to read? A friend did ask, and TR sent him this short list to get him started! Theodore Roosevelt’s Reading List. You have some reading to do! Loading...

Oct 25, 2019 · Still, Roosevelt recommends plenty of books in the piece, name drops a few titles he’s not so crazy about, and doles out tons of reading tips in the process. Here are a few of them.

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.