Donn Mitchell

About the Author

Donn Mitchell is a distinguished historian and biographer whose work illuminates the intersection of faith, politics, and personal conviction in American history. With a keen eye for archival detail and a narrative flair that brings historical figures to life, Mitchell has dedicated his career to exploring the spiritual dimensions of influential leaders. His acclaimed book, Eleanor Roosevelt’s Nightly Prayer: The Religious Life of the First Lady of the World, offers an intimate portrait of the iconic First Lady's devout practices and how they shaped her global advocacy for human rights and social justice. Drawing from extensive research, including personal letters and diaries, Mitchell reveals the profound role religion played in Roosevelt's resilience amid personal and political turmoil. A scholar with degrees from Yale and Oxford, he continues to lecture on American religious history and inspire readers to appreciate the unseen forces driving historical change.