Blanche Wiesen Cook

Blanche Wiesen Cook is a distinguished historian and acclaimed author, best known for her comprehensive biography of Eleanor Roosevelt. Born in 1941, Cook is a professor emerita at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Graduate Center of the City University of New York. Her scholarly work focuses on women's history, particularly the intersections of gender, politics, and social change. Cook’s celebrated three-volume biography of Eleanor Roosevelt highlights her commitment to social justice and human rights. An inspiring academic presence, Cook continues to engage readers with her insightful analyses of influential historical figures and their lasting impacts on society.