Books on the Presidency
- Encyclopedia of the American Presidency by The definitive guide to the role of the president from the American Revolution through the present day. Its comprehensive scope spans the relationship between the executive and the other branches of government, court cases, elections, political opponents, scandals, and more.Call Number: eBookISBN: 143814184XPublication Date: 2017
- Presidential Lessons in Leadership by Presidential Lessons in Leadership crystallizes the methods of leadership from six of America's greatest presidents during moments of personal challenge and turns them into concrete lessons that business leaders, and anyone interested in becoming a more effective leader, can use each day.Call Number: eBookISBN: 9780761853527Publication Date: 2011
- The Man in the White House by The Constitution of the United States says little about the president's specific duties other than the enforcement of the laws of the land.combining brilliant scholarship with a lively style, this book reveals how deep-seated forces, inherent in American society and affecting the presidency for over two centuries, have transformed the office created by the framers of the Constitution into the complex, powerful, and responsible institution it is today.Call Number: eBookISBN: 9780801892660Publication Date: 2009
- Presidential Powers by Framed in Article II of the Constitution, presidential powers are dictated today by judicial as well as historical precedent. To understand the ways the president wields power as well as how this power is kept in check by other branches of government, Harold J. Krent presents three overlapping determin ants of the president's role under the Constitution-the need for presidential initiative in administering the law and providing foreign policy leadership, the importance of maintaining congressional control over policymaking, and the imperative to ensure that the president be accountable to the public.Call Number: eBookISBN: 0814747825Publication Date: 2005
Presidential Libraries and Museums
- Presidential Libraries and Museums Fourteen Presidential Libraries, from Massachusetts to California, are overseen by the National Archives and Records Administration. These special institutions facilitate public access to the artifacts and documents of a President and his administration.. Visitors explore the history of our nation and the leaders who helped shape our society through - museums featuring interactive exhibits - interesting and fun public programs - important educational events - vast archives available for scholarly research
Articles
- Presidents' Day 2021 In this article, explore some of the interesting and unknown facts associated with Presidents' Day.
- Presidents: White House.gov For more information on any of the American Presidents, check out the White House.gov resources.
Abraham Lincoln, The Great Emancipator
- The Inspired Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln by The Inspired Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln is a thorough study of the president's references to God, the Bible, and Christian principles in his letters and speeches and illustrates the depth of Lincoln's knowledge of Scripture; the Bible's influence on his character; and the development of his faith, particularly as he wrestled with the issue of slavery and led the nation through the tumultuous years of the Civil War.Call Number: E457.2 .O85 2008ISBN: 9781414313429Publication Date: 2008-03-19
- Abraham Lincoln; The Man and His Faith by Lincoln's own words and the accounts of those who knew him weave an unforgettable narrative of the life and faith of this often-quoted American, whose influence has endured for years.Call Number: E457.2 .O95 1981ISBN: 9780842300001Publication Date: 1981-09-14
- The Orignal Wit and Wisdom of Abraham Lincoln by His "words are as much alive today as when written or uttered." Originally written in 1941, this book has never been replaced or improved upon. Lincoln's words ring with great rigor, clarity, and simplicity when compared to most of today's political utterances.Call Number: E457.92 2006ISBN: 9780811701600; 0811701603Publication Date: 2005-12-15
- Abraham Lincoln papers at the Library of Congress The Lincoln Papers came to the Library of Congress from Lincoln's oldest son, Robert Todd Lincoln (1843-1926), who arranged for their organization and care shortly after his father was assassinated on April 14, 1865. Robert Todd Lincoln deposited the Lincoln Papers with the Library of Congress in 1919, and deeded them to the Library on January 23, 1923. This piece is a handwritten draft of a proposed bill to abolish slavery written by then Congressman Lincoln, that never came to the floor.
- Ceremonial copy of the 13th Amendment “Treasures in the collection include Lincoln’s first and second in augural addresses, his preliminary draft of the Emancipation Proclamation, the two earliest known copies of the Gettysburg Address (the Nicolay and Hay copies), his August 23, 1864, memorandum expressing his expectation of being defeated for re-election in the upcoming presidential contest, and a condolence letter written to Mary Todd Lincoln by Queen Victoria following the assassination of Abraham Lincoln in 1865.” This image is of the ceremonial copy of the 13th Amendment signed by President Abraham Lincoln and the members of Congress that voted for it. (From the Library of Congress’ Abraham Lincoln papers).
- How Abraham Lincoln Lost His Birthday Holiday When researching the origin of Presidents' Day, Lincoln's birthday is sometimes overlooked. This article explores the intriguing history behind Lincoln's birthday.
George Washington, Our First President
- The Education of George Washington by George Washington, known as America's first President, a great general, and a humble gentleman, but how did he become this man of stature? This book framed his outlook on life and moral values. Written by his great-nephew, Austin Washington, includes a complete facsimile of the forgotten book.Call Number: E312.2 .W37 2014ISBN: 9781621572053Publication Date: 2014-02-10
- A Companion to George Washington by Utilizing new primary source material from the Papers of George Washington, a documentary editing project dedicated to the transcription and publication of original documents, A Companion to George Washington features a collection of original readings from scholars and popular historians that shed new light on all aspects of the life of George Washington. Provides readers with new insights into previously neglected aspects of Washington's life.ISBN: 9781118219966Publication Date: 2012
- Mr. President by In a revealing new look at the birth of American government, "Mr. President" describes Washington's presidency in a time of crisis. George Washington knew whatever he did would set precedents for generations of future leaders. Drawing on rare documents and letters, Unger shows how Washington shaped the office of President of the United States.ISBN: 9780306822414Publication Date: 2013-10-29
- Presidents' Day? The Truth Behind the Holiday Is Presidents' Day a holiday set aside to celebrate the presidency or is it Washington's Birthday? Read this intriguing article that helps illuminate the development of this American holiday.
- George Washington's Birthday Read more about how the United States established George Washington's birthday as a federal holiday to help honor the first president.
The Latest Developments to Come to Light.
- The Plot to Kill George Washington: Smithsonian.com interviews the author Brad Meltzer. In The First Conspiracy, Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch reconstruct the lost story of the plot to kill George Washington in the days leading up to July 4, 1776. Conspirators included William Tryon, Governor of New York, Mayor David Mathews, and one of Washington’s body guards. This is a well-researched non-fiction suspenseful account of a major turning point in American history.