Newly updated to include every president from George Washington to
Barack Obama, this book explores the office of the presidency and its
power.
Although we know the president of the United States as the person who
runs the government of our nation, do we know what the responsibilities
of the president actually are? And, do we understand what effect his
actions have? HAIL TO THE CHIEF: THE AMERICAN PRESIDENCY details how
this job was inaugurated, how it has changed over time, and why the
person in this position is considered one of the most important and
powerful leaders in the world.
Alan Witschonke's bold portraits and sweeping depictions of the
circumstances that have made the American presidency a notable and
compelling subject for the entire world will capture the interest of
young readers. HAIL TO THE CHIEF brings vividly into focus all the
exciting details of the office of the President of the United States.