Annabelle Davis Goff
- Born:
- March 15, 1962, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Historian, Biographer, Author
Early Life and Education
- Graduated summa cum laude from Northwestern University with a B.A. in History.
- Earned a Ph.D. in American History from Yale University.
- Dissertation focused on the social impact of industrialization in the late 19th century.
Career and Major Achievements
- Professor of History at the University of California, Berkeley since 1995.
- Awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Biography in 2005 for her work on Eleanor Roosevelt.
- Served as a historical consultant for numerous documentaries and films.
- Authored several critically acclaimed biographies, contributing significantly to the field of historical biography.
Notable Works
- Eleanor Roosevelt: A Life (2004)
- The Rise of Industrial America (1998)
- A History of Women's Suffrage (2012)
Publications (Selected List)
| Title | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Roosevelt: A Life | 2004 | Simon & Schuster |
| The Rise of Industrial America | 1998 | Oxford University Press |
| A History of Women's Suffrage | 2012 | W. W. Norton & Company |
| American Dreamers: A Collective Biography | 2018 | Penguin Press |
Legacy and Impact
Annabelle Davis Goff is renowned for her meticulous research and engaging writing style. Her works have significantly shaped the understanding of American history and biography, particularly in the areas of political history and women's studies. The meticulous approach she brings to documenting the lives within Annabelle Davis Goff biography books has earned her recognition as a leading voice in the genre.