American First Ladies, Second Edition
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Overview
This reference lists all the first ladies, in chronological order from Martha Washington to Laura Bush. Entries provide information concerning their lives, their politics, and their relationships to their husbands. Pictures are also included. Later entries discuss the duties of the first lady, and their relationships to social causes, presidential campaigns, policy issues, and legislative activism, as well as family life in the White House.Annotation © Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Synopsis
This reference lists all the first ladies, in chronological order from Martha Washington to Laura Bush. Entries provide information concerning their lives, their politics, and their relationships to their husbands. Pictures are also included. Later entries discuss the duties of the first lady, and their relationships to social causes, presidential campaigns, policy issues, and legislative activism, as well as family life in the White House.
Annotation © Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
School Library Journal
Gr 8 Up-Organization is one of the strong points of this resource containing 44 biographical essays. From Martha Washington to Laura Bush, each entry begins with important dates and a brief overview of the subject's life or impact while separate sections cover "Early Life," "Marriage and Family," "Presidency and First Ladyship," and "Legacy." These sections will allow for quick and easy access of facts and be useful for comparative studies. The engaging entries describe how each woman's personality shaped the role. Additionally, readers will learn how the issues of the period and changing expectations contributed to the evolution of this position. Boxed sidebars contain information about their husbands and anecdotes about each woman. An annotated list of suggested readings follows each article. Black-and-white photographs, drawings, and reproductions add interest. A valuable feature of this book is the inclusion of nine topical essays on aspects of the First Lady's role (as presidential partner, as campaigner, etc.), White House hostesses, and life in the White House. A list of the special interests of these individuals is included in the essay on "First Ladies and Policy Issues, Causes, or Charities." An extensive bibliography and a list of libraries, museums, historic sites, and Web sites are also provided. A useful tool for students researching these women.-Lana Miles, Duchesne Academy, Houston, TX RESOURCE UPDATE Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.