The Sphinx

Set in May 1938, The Sphinx by Nicholas Wapshott explores President Franklin D. Roosevelt's efforts to shift America from isolationism toward active involvement in global affairs amid rising threats like fascism and war. The book details Roosevelt's strategic and political battles against influential opponents, including Joseph P. Kennedy and prominent media figures, as he navigates the complex landscape of American public opinion and foreign policy. Through vivid storytelling, the narrative captures a pivotal moment in history that would shape the nation's military and diplomatic trajectory for years to come.