Description: Hardcover. 4to. Published by William Morrow, New York. 2007. 240 pgs. Illustrated. Signed by Nancy Reagan on a Regan Library bookplate present to the half-title page. First Edition/First Printing. DJ has light shelf-wear present to the DJ extremities. Bound in cloth boards with titles present to the spine. Boards have light shelf-wear present to the extremities. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks. Binding tight and solid. Why is entertaining at the White House important to a presidency? How are guest lists and seating charts for state dinners determined? Is it difficult to throw a surprise party for the commander-in-chief? What role do children play during holidays at the White House? Former first lady Nancy Reagan answers these questions and more as she provides a personal look at life as a White House hostess in this stunning, richly illustrated book. Carrying on a tradition that dates back to 1801, Mrs. Reagan embraced this role with a unique energy and joie de vivre rare among her predecessors. During the course of President Reagan's two terms in office, the Reagans hosted fifty-five state dinners and hundreds of other events, both intimate and grand. 'It was a vital part of our roles as president and first lady,' recalls Mrs. Reagan. 'And it was a duty that we enjoyed immensely.' From her first private event as a White House hostess (President Reagan's surprise seventieth birthday party, which was mistakenly announced by Tom Brokaw on the 'Today' show that very morning), to the state dinner with Mikhail Gorbachev that marked the unofficial end of the Cold War, to John Travolta's surprise dance with Diana, Princess of Wales, Mrs. Reagan has seen it all. Former First Lady Nancy Reagan offers a rare and intimate behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of presidential entertaining. Chock-full of personal anecdotes and glorious photographs, this volume is the definitive source on classic formal entertaining. Nancy Reagan Signed 1st Ed Entertaining at the White House with Nancy Reagan Description Up For Sale Today is Entertaining at the White House with Nancy Reagan by Peter Schifando, Jonathan Joseph Designed by Stephen Schmidt Hardcover. 4to. Published by William Morrow, New York. 2007. 240 pgs. Illustrated. Signed by Nancy Reagan on a Regan Library bookplate present to the half-title page. First Edition/First Printing. DJ has light shelf-wear present to the DJ extremities. Bound in cloth boards with titles present to the spine. Boards have light shelf-wear present to the extremities. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks. Binding tight and solid. Why is entertaining at the White House important to a presidency? How are guest lists and seating charts for state dinners determined? Is it difficult to throw a surprise party for the commander-in-chief? What role do children play during holidays at the White House? Former first lady Nancy Reagan answers these questions and more as she provides a personal look at life as a White House hostess in this stunning, richly illustrated book. Carrying on a tradition that dates back to 1801, Mrs. Reagan embraced this role with a unique energy and joie de vivre rare among her predecessors. During the course of President Reagan's two terms in office, the Reagans hosted fifty-five state dinners and hundreds of other events, both intimate and grand. 'It was a vital part of our roles as president and first lady,' recalls Mrs. Reagan. 'And it was a duty that we enjoyed immensely.' From her first private event as a White House hostess (President Reagan's surprise seventieth birthday party, which was mistakenly announced by Tom Brokaw on the 'Today' show that very morning), to the state dinner with Mikhail Gorbachev that marked the unofficial end of the Cold War, to John Travolta's surprise dance with Diana, Princess of Wales, Mrs. Reagan has seen it all. Former First Lady Nancy Reagan offers a rare and intimate behind-the-scenes glimpse into the world of presidential entertaining. Chock-full of personal anecdotes and glorious photographs, this volume is the definitive source on classic formal entertaining. OUR MISSION STATEMENT: Our goal is to provide the best books for the lowest prices. We understand that you have more choices than ever to buy books, so we strive to provide the best service, accurate descriptions, the cheapest shipping and the best customer service in the realm of bookselling. 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Author: Peter Schifando, Jonathan Joseph
Binding: Hardcover
Character Family: Entertaining at the White House with Nancy Reagan
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Illustrator: Stephen Schmidt
Language: English
Modification Description: Signed by Nancy Reagan
Modified Item: Yes
Original/Facsimile: Original
Personalized: Yes
Place of Publication: New York
Publisher: William Morrow
Region: North America
Signed: Yes
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket, Illustrated, Signed by Nancy Reagan
Subject: History
Topic: White House Entertaining
Year Printed: 2007