The American Presidency For Beginners

Book excerpt: Bringing the facts, figures, and stories of the Presidents of the United States together, from Founding Father George Washington to Barack Obama, The American Presidency For Beginners explores the interesting and ever-evolving history of the Presidency and American history. The President of the United States is an office that attracts men of all character and it has been held by farmers, scholars, veterans, lawyers from all different regions of the country. The American Presidency For Beginners tells a concise history of the actions and consequences of all 44 Presidents. The evolution of the Presidency is highlighted in ten different sections: from weak curator of Congress to becoming the titan of policy, both domestic and foreign. The American Presidency For Beginners is a must read for those who find the position of commander-in-chief compelling and who want to learn more about the eclectic personalities that have led the US from its beginning to the present day.