A lavishly illustrated companion to the award-winning Rutherford B., Who Was He? uses incisive poetry and energetic art to provide engaging glimpses into the lives of American First Ladies who voluntarily or reluctantly embraced their roles to promote important causes. 25, first printing. A collection of poems celebrates the First Ladies of the United States, from Martha Washington to Melania Trump. The role of First Lady has been defined differently by each woman whos held it, but all of them left an impact on our nation as partner of the commander in chief. Incisive poetry by Marilyn Singer and energetic art by Nancy Carpenter provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of women-from Martha Washington to Eleanor Roosevelt to Lady Bird Johnson-who variously embraced the position and shied away from it, craved the spotlight and fiercely guarded their privacy, took controversial stands and championed for the status quo. Detailed back matter includes short biographies, quotations, and more.
