Barack Obama’s historic presidential election and his triumphant 2012 reelection are the backdrop to this dramatic view of our nation’s chief executives. From George Washington to Obama, our presidents have shaped our country and our world. In this richly illustrated volume, you’ll learn about all of the men who have held America’s highest office - their politics and personalities, their ambitions and achievements. Join distinguished authors Q. David Bowers and Dave Lifton on a term-by-term tour of these American legends, enriched by exciting descriptions of the changing nation to put each chief executive into historical and cultural context. You’ll come to know our nation’s greatest men as never before! <ul>
<li>Illustrated coverage of Barack Obama’s childhood, early life and career; his historic 2008 election; his groundbreaking first presidential term; his 2012 campaign and reelection; and life and family in the Obama White House.</li> </ul>
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<li>Each American president portrayed in words and pictures.</li> <li>Family and biographical background for each president, including First Ladies and children.</li> <li>Photographs of rare campaign memorabilia, vintage political cartoons, and other surprising historical items.</li> <li>“The American Scene” a lively tour of American cultural history during each president’s term.</li> <li>Notable saying from each president - stirring speeches, memorable quips, and powerful insights. 
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Forward: America's Presidents from Washington to Obama

Biographies & Memoirs

Q. David Bowers

Dave Lifton

Historical

Whitman Publishing, LLC

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.

Mr. President: An Illustrated History of Our Nation's Presidency. Limited Edition Archive with Collectible 2013 Obama Inauguration Medal

Leaders & Notable People

Whitman Publishing

Every United States president leaves office a different person than when he entered. Wars. scandals & victories of leadership define each president's legacy. From George Washington to Barack Obama, history leaves to us, the American People, to judge: was his presidency a success or a failure.

Success or Failure: Judging America's Presidents from Washington to Obama

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