Women, whether subtly or vociferously, have always been a tremendous power in the destiny of the world, Eleanor Roosevelt wrote in this 1933 book, a practical guide for women during the Great Depression. She dishes out advice on budgeting time and money, cooking wholesome meals, maintaining a healthy home, and making the most of family time. Here too are sage reflections on empty nest syndrome and becoming a grandmother, while the First Lady entreats women to consider working outside the home to make ends meet, and to become involved in politics. In her introduction, Jill Lepore looks back at this key moment in Eleanor's nascent public career.