The White House: An Historic Guide
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Since 1962, the celebrated spaces and rich history have been portrayed for the public in this continually updated guidebook, The White House: An Historic Guide. With this, the 26th edition, the Historic Guide, celebrates 60 years in print, and with it, the White House Historical Association celebrates its 60th year in publishing. It was First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy's wish that such a book be written, and her letter opened the first edition, the first project of the White House Historical Association. Since that time eleven first ladies have continued the tradition, including First Lady Jill Biden who has written an opening letter for this edition. Of the guidebook, Dr. Jill Biden has said: "As an educator, I hope this guidebook will inspire curiosity about the presidents and the first families who reflect their time in history and help us learn from the past so that we can build a more just nation." This edition features new spreads with photographs of behind-the-scenes areas including the bowling alley, the kitchen, collections storage, the calligraphy office, the floral shop, the tennis court, and pool. The new edition of the guidebook will also provide readers with a more comprehensive view of the State Floor with fold-out pages and wide-angle photos. Among the rooms that are featured in the anniversary edition with the new photography and updated text are the State Rooms, the West Wing, the Queens' Bedroom, Lincoln Bedroom, Center Hall, Yellow Oval Room, President's Dining Room, West Sitting Hall, Oval Office, West Wing Reception Room, and the Roosevelt Room. There are photographs of never-before-seen features from within some of these rooms including: the Presidential Seal on the ceiling of the Oval Office, the Gettysburg Address displayed in situ in the Lincoln Bedroom, and President Theodore Roosevelt's Nobel Prize Medal in the Roosevelt Room. Review: Everyone should read - Great photos and well written. Excellent way to learn about our White House. Review: An American Icon... - A Great Book updated through the Joe Biden administration. A must have, for anyone interested in an American icon representing the People's House. It truly was a source of pride.
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 105 Reviews |
N**L
Everyone should read
Great photos and well written. Excellent way to learn about our White House.
V**.
An American Icon...
A Great Book updated through the Joe Biden administration. A must have, for anyone interested in an American icon representing the People's House. It truly was a source of pride.
L**T
Tour into History
I had a copy of this when I was a pre-teen and simply devoured its information and great photos. Now, as an older adult and having recently visited the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas, TX where I saw a copy of it (under glass), I simply HAD to see it and read it again. I was not disappointed. The condition is very good. The shipping was EXCELLENT. The memories and history contained are priceless. This edition was printed before JFK's death and has a forward written by the First Lady. It is now a treasured item I will pass to my grandchildren some day.
M**E
White House history made readable.
Can't wait to read this book. Looks like it has great details about the White House. Pictures look very detailed. Arrived fast.
G**L
A Nice History of the White House
I have merely flipped through pages, reading a little as I go, and looked at pictures, but this appears to be a very captivating book if you are the type person who is interested in a building's history and historic value. I am one of those type people and find this particular book (so far) informational. I am glad I ordered it and I would recommend it to you if you like historic buildings!
R**I
Excellent reference for those who are interested in the layout ...
Excellent reference for those who are interested in the layout and history of the White House. I had feared that the guide would be too anodyne given its Official provenance. However I thoroughly enjoyed the exquisite photography and well written prose. It is highly recommended and exactly what I was looking for.
P**M
it's a great refresher. If you haven't
Fascinating...beginning with Jacqueline Kennedy's restoration and creation of this guide, the book takes you room by elegant room through the mansion. It is filled with historical information. If you've visited the White House, it's a great refresher. If you haven't, you'll be glad you read this first.
J**I
It is Worth the Money and Time!
The book is very beautiful and intricate. Loved learning about the History of the White House. It has beautiful, detailed, and accurate, pictures. It was well worth the money and time. Liked how it went throughout the the differences of some different Presidential Administrations.
M**F
Très bien
Ouvrage en langue américaine, très satisfaisant. Très bien illustré, documenté, mis à jour. Livre moyen format. Indispensable pour les fans de la White House
K**D
Satisfied
Exactly as stated. I am very happy with the purchase and the process.
Y**P
Five Stars
Great book
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