Presidents of the United States


Book Description

From George Washington to Barack Obama, Presidents of the United States covers the 43 men who have held the nation's highest office. This attractive book provides information about each U. S. president and audio clips of one or more defining quotation from each president. Presidents of the United States has a built-in control panel, with a numeric keypad and volume control. Each presidential quotation in the book has a numeric code. To hear the quotation, enter the code. Authentic presidential recordings were used, if available; in other cases, a voice actor recited the presidential quotation. The book presents more than 50 audio clips and 25 minutes total audio time.




Presidents of the United States of America


Book Description

A history of the office of the President of the United States, from 1789 to the present... This book is a perfect introduction to America's Presidents and the United States Government. Each chapter takes an education look at the life of an American President, how they rose into power, and what the country was like during their time in office. Never before has so much information been packed into one easy to read book. In Presidents of the United States of America, you will learn: Biographical details about each President's birthplace, family life, political party and other interesting trivia The headlines, scandals, heroes, and villains that defined America Presidential nicknames, famous quotes and detailed stories of ruthless Presidential Campaigns The fascinating history of the White House And so much more... Presidents of the United States of America is perfect for readers of all ages. Clear, easy to use, and full of valuable information, this book is a must for anyone interested in American history. Relive the fascinating course of the United State's history through the lives of its Presidents, from George Washington all the way up to its present leaders. A perfect resource for home and school.




The Complete Book of US Presidents, Fourth Edition


Book Description

Discover the history and personal stories of 46 US Presidents in this beautifully illustrated volume. From the first president, George Washington, to the forty-sixth, Joe Biden, the United States has seen a host of extraordinary men take office. Their stories are all included in this fourth edition of The Complete Book of US Presidents by journalist and historian Bill Yenne. This book features short, biographical essays about the lives of 46 presidents, jam-packed with unusual details and commentary on the significant roles each commander-in-chief played in the shaping of the United States and its relations with the world. Lavishly illustrated, including the presidents' official White House portraits, sidebars about each and every vice president and first lady, and intriguing anecdotes, this book is accessible to a broad audience and will captivate any history lover. The Complete Book of US Presidents is an expansive collection that reflects on America's rich presidential history, telling the story of a nation through the biographies of some of its greatest political leaders.













The United States Presidents (Set)


Book Description

The United States Presidents series chronicles the lives of our nation's leaders, including some of the most famous figures in American history. Each book tells the fascinating story of a single president, from childhood and early life to the presidency and beyond. Additional sections explain the branches of government, the electoral college, the White House, and the various presidential perks. Exploring the lives and times of our presidents gives readers an inside look at the personalities, key developments, and important events that have shaped our nation's history.




The United States Presidents Illustrated


Book Description

This highly comprehensive volume includes all 44 American presidents, from the nation's first to the most recent. Concise text highlights their lives, the times, and political climate in which they lived. American presidents all appear on a postcard or two, as well as engravings, newspapers, product premium cards, trading cards, magazine illustrations, and official White House photographs. George Washington and Abraham Lincoln were featured on virtually thousands of postcards over the years, while Franklin Pierce and Rutherford Hayes appeared on considerably fewer. The remarkable illustrations bring the faces to life and make this an enjoyable and essential reference for historians, students of presidents, postcard collectors, and those interested in U.S. presidential memorabilia.