Free Downloads Mr. President: An Illustrated History Of Our Nation's Presidency. Limited Edition Archive With Collectible 2013 Obama Inauguration Medal
Mr. President explores the American presidency from George Washington to today, with special focus on Barack Obama's historic career, his 2008 election, and his 2012 reelection. The collectible medal measures two inches in diameter and is minted with an antiqued brushed-finish format. The front of the medal features a portrait of President Obama and the reverse includes and inspiring quote from his second inaugural address. Mr. President is coauthored by award-winning historian Q. David Bowers and pop-culture commentator Dave Lifton. It includes illustrated coverage of Barack Obama's childhood, early life, and career; his 2013 inaugural address; and family life in the Obama White House. Each previous American president is depicted in words and pictures, with a biographical background that includes their First Ladies and children. Photographs of rare campaign memorabilia, vintage political cartoons, and other colorful images illustrate the text. A special tour of "The American Scene" paints a picture of the cultural setting of each presidency. Notable sayings from the presidents - stirring speeches, memorable quips, and powerful insights - bring these influential men to life. Also inside: The wondrous journey of First Lady Michelle Obama - career woman, wife, community volunteer, fashion plate, and self-described "mom-in-chief" - and the Obama daughters, Malia and Sasha. Readers will find out what it's like to be a kid in the White House...meet other famous First Ladies and their children...and read the text of the Bush twins' wonderful letter to Sasha and Malia, Michelle's speech at the Democratic National Convention, and more.
Hardcover: 448 pages
Publisher: Whitman Publishing; 2013 ed. edition (April 16, 2013)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0794841902
ISBN-13: 978-0794841904
Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 1.5 x 11.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
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this book is very colorful and easy to read with lots of great pictures of President Obama as well as other Presidents and first ladies
Great piece of American History with pictures and facts great keepsake and black American history to share the legacy with the grandchildren.
The book is just amazing. For those who love history and politics this book is a must have. The book has amazing BIO if all the Presidents and even the ones that have slipped into the dark Shadow of forgetfulness.
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