first ladies

Describes Dolley Madison's role as First Lady during her husband's term as the fourth American president, with an emphasis on her activities as hostess in the White House.

Describes Martha Washington, wife of the first president of the United States, her activities during the Revolutionary Was and as first lady, and some of the foods she served at various stages in her life. Includes recipes.

Describes the life and significant achievements of the woman who helped transform the role of first lady.

Brief biographies of thirty-eight First Ladies and White House hostesses from Martha Washington to Patricia Nixon.

A photo-illustrated chronicle of the life of Abigail Adams, the wife of the second president of the United States.

Profiles the life and achievements of Michelle Obama, discussing her childhood, family, education, relationship with Barack Obama, and role as First Lady.

Briefly profiles the life of Michelle Obama, discussing her childhood, family, career as a lawyer, and role as the First Lady.

A biography of the first wife of a president to have a public life and career of her own, devoted to helping others and working for peace.

A biography of the popular wife of President James Madison.

A biography of America's first first lady.