Additional information
by Us Presidents (Author), Claire Jerry (Foreword by), Smithsonian Institution (Compiled by)
A handsome collection of wise words from every US president,
from George Washington to Joe Biden
- Bound in environmentally friendly material with soft-touch coating
- Foil-stamped in gold
- Sturdy, quality hardcover printed in the USA
The president has symbolized the country and its people since the office was established in 1789, and the role has changed drastically over time with the rise of new challenges and in response to a changing world. Claire Jerry, curator of political history at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, provides her expertise with an engaging introduction about our country's relationship to the presidential office. Beautifully designed and full of quotations that provide insight on each president in his own words, the Smithsonian Book of Presidential Quotations reflects uniquely American ideals, history, and democracy.
Author Biography
CLAIRE JERRY is the curator of political history in the Division of Political and Military History at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History.
Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.4 x 6.1 x 4.1 IN
Publication Date: April 30, 2024
