Homes and Libraries of the Presidents An Interpretive Guide

All the presidents of the United States have had at least one home outside of the White House, and many have had libraries and museums built to commemorate their careers. Homes and Libraries of the Presidents offers a comprehensive, richly illustrated, and highly readable guide to the almost one hundred homes, libraries, and museums that honor the American presidents -- from George Washington to George W. Bush.Section one discusses the general historical significance of presidential homes and museums and the federal government's role in preserving and administering these sites. Section two provides a short, anecdotal biography of each president and a detailed description of each home, museum, or library, including its location, directions, and a list of contact addresses and further reading for additional information. Section three contains a complete listing of presidential birthplaces and burial sites and other related attractions. This edition contains the latest information about the recent presidents and updated information about the homes and other historical sites of all the presidents.For those planning a trip or eager to learn more about the select few who have led this nation, Homes and Libraries of the Presidents will prove to be an indispensable reference.Clotworthy, William G. is the author of 'Homes and Libraries of the Presidents An Interpretive Guide', published 2003 under ISBN 9780939923830 and ISBN 0939923831.