Inside the White House: Stories From the World's Most Famous Residence
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| Rating | : | 4.36 (696 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1426211775 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 352 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-09-22 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Marvel at the elaborate detail that goes into hosting a state dinner. Meet the beloved pets who've inhabited 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Read about celebrity visitors, the media, and the security so critical in today's world. In collaboration with the White House Historical Association, National Geographic presents this authoritative overview of America's first home featuring never-before published stories and photographs. Organized by theme, discover what makes the White House tick--from its beginnings to the modern day, from the architecture, to the staff, to the first families. Sidebars contain tidbits of rare information, and an appendix includes an illustrated time line of all White House First Families as well as a complete index. Learn fascinating details of the real-life Downton Abbey staff who run this grand home. Photos include intimate and candid glimpses of life inside the White House--some never before seen, others long forgotten, and most never displayed in
"Provides more than a passing glimpse into an American iconPresidential history buffs and lay readers, including students newer to the subject, will very much appreciate this handsome book." --Library Journal"Contains all you need to know about the splendid holiday celebrations held in the White House over the years, from John and Abigail Adams‘ New Year’s Celebration in 1801 to the sprawling Easter Egg Roll the Obama family holds today." --Northern Virginia Magazine
WHHA is a nonprofit historical and educational organization that documents the history of the White House. Its mission is to enhance the understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the White House. Grove is collaborating with BILL BUSHONG and JOEL TREESE, White House experts with WHHA. Veteran author NOEL GROVE, former editor/writer for National Geographic, has contributed to several books for the Society, including Atlas of World History
A beautiful book Victoria I just recently started to collect books on the White House. These was perfect a beautifu book with lots of photos. I really enjoyed reading about the people who have looked after the first families for over two hundred years. It gave information about the White House being built. It is interesting and I shared with my family. A great find and well worth the money.. Hobo said great for the collection. I have a small collection of books about the White House and this is a nice addition to it. The National Geographic Society lends itself well to this project with their exceptional photos and graphics. A topic as big as this building can't be handled in detail in just one volume, but for those who love the architecture and history of the building and its residents this is a good beginning.. Lapin said Beautiful book! Includes up to the Obamas. Beautiful book! Includes up to the Obamas. Gave it to a friend's HS age daughter as a present. The entire family loved it esp. since they had recently taken a trip to DC and toured the WH.