Kathryn Smith Book Signing
Widely considered the first female presidential chief of staff, Marguerite “Missy” LeHand was the right-hand woman to Franklin Delano Roosevelt—both personally and professionally—for more than twenty years. Although her official title as personal secretary was relatively humble, her power and influence were unparalleled. The Gatekeeper by journalist Kathryn Smith is the first biography of Missy, arguably the most influential member of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s administration. With unprecedented access to Missy’s family and original source materials, Smith tells the captivating and forgotten story of the intelligent, loyal, and clever woman who had a front-row seat to history in the making. The Gatekeeper is, at its heart, a long overdue tribute to one of the most important female figures in American history.
A Cappella Books will have copies of The Gatekeeper available for purchase and signing following the program. This event is free and open to the public.
If you are unable to attend this event, you may still pre-order a signed copy below.
