U. S. Flag Day
(flag was adopted on June 14, 1777)
In honor of U.S. Flag Day, here are a few book recommendations for books about (early) U.S. History, Presidents, Presidents’ Wives, and/or the “Founding.”
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And There Was Light by Jon Meacham
The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray
America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie
Dearest Friend: A Life of Abigail Adams by Lynne Withey
Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin
She Came to Slay: The Life and Times of Harriet Tubman by Erica Armstrong Dunbar
QOTD!
What books can you add to this list?
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Ah that explains the NYT Strands game theme today!
I did a whole year on American history as part of my degree but my knowledge is still very, very scant. How I managed to pass the exam I have no idea. Maybe I should try one of these recommendations to help fill in the large gaps in knowledge
The Lincoln one (And There Was Light) is very good..you might enjoy it!
Happy Flag Day, Carol.
What a good post! I’ve enjoyed several biographies of First Ladies and collect on a few presidential families.
Thanks Lisa!