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Our country's presidents : a complete encyclopedia of the U.S. presidency  Cover Image Book Book

Our country's presidents : a complete encyclopedia of the U.S. presidency / written by Ann Bausum.

Bausum, Ann, (author.).

Summary:

"[F]eatures comprehensive profiles of the 44 former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms. Information about the 2020 president-elect is also included."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781426371998
  • ISBN: 1426371993
  • Physical Description: 224 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm
  • Publisher: Washington, D.C. : National Geographic, [2021]

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:
The presidency and how it grew, 1789-1837 -- From sea to shining sea, 1837-1861 -- New birth of freedom, 1861-1897 -- America takes center stage, 1897-1945 -- Seeking stability in the atomic age, 1943-1989 -- Pathways for a new millennium, 1989-present.
Subject: Presidents > Biography.
Presidents > Encyclopedias, Juvenile.
Presidents > Biography > Encyclopedias, Juvenile.
United States > History.
United States > History > Juvenile literature.
United States.

Available copies

  • 12 of 13 copies available at Missouri Evergreen. (Show)
  • 6 of 6 copies available at Cass County.

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  • 0 current holds with 13 total copies.
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Cass County Library-Archie J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546464 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Drexel J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546456 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Garden City J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546662 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Harrisonville J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546472 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Northern Resource Center J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546449 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -
Cass County Library-Pleasant Hill J 973.09 BAU 2021 (Text) 0002205546480 Juvenile Non-Fiction Available -

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Our Country's Presidents : A Complete Encyclopedia of the U. S. Presidency, 2020 Edition
Our Country's Presidents : A Complete Encyclopedia of the U. S. Presidency, 2020 Edition
by Bausum, Ann
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Our Country's Presidents : A Complete Encyclopedia of the U. S. Presidency, 2020 Edition


Revised and updated to include the winner of the 2020 presidential election, this photo-filled and fact-packed book is a timely must-have reference. National Geographic presents the 45 individuals who have led the U.S. in this up-to-date, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated family, school, and library reference. Key features include: Information about the 2021 president-elect and the 2020 election results as of the publication date A brand-new thematic spread on the impeachment process and its history Revised terminology around the language of slavery and analysis of early presidents who benefitted from and relied on enslaved labor Comprehensive profiles of all the former presidents along with timelines and descriptions of crucial events during their terms Thematic spreads covering a variety of topics from the history of voting rights to how to write a letter to the president Full-page portraits, famous quotes, and fascinating facts to help kids get to know each leader A fascinating read and excellent reference for students and kids of all ages!

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