cover image The White House: An Illustrated History

The White House: An Illustrated History

Catherine O'Neill Grace. Scholastic Reference, $21.99 (144pp) ISBN 978-0-439-42971-9

The White House: An Illustrated History by Catherine O'Neill Grace takes a behind-the-scenes look at the White House, the building staff, the Oval Office, the First Family's living quarters and more. More than 200 photographs capture the people, places and events that are part of this famous building's past. Cutaway views and five gate-folds allow readers to ""tour"" the monument; brief interviews with such support staff as the pastry chef and the director of the Marine Band offer added perspective. Published in cooperation with the White House Historical Association, this book features an introduction by First Lady Laura Bush.