Ronald Kessler - Laura Bush: An Intimate Portrait of the First Lady

This semi-friendly portrait of First Lady Laura Bush was written with the cooperation of the White House, and Ronald Kessler clearly benefited greatly from his insider access to those close to Mrs. Bush. Fans will enjoy the portrait of everyday life in the White House, as well as the way Laura, like every one who preceded her in that undefined role, shapes her own path. She comes across as a steady and independent person who wields power with discretion. Mrs. Bush clearly listens to and is listened to by the man in the most powerful office, and Kessler records her influence in appointments, and in helping to keep the President on message, acting as a sounding board and consultant in key historical events. Kessler traces how Laura's background and life experiences have shaped her values, examines her role as the mother of twins, and shows examples of her sensitivity to criticism, in particular her occasional angry flare-ups at the press.

Key Information
Authors		Ronald Kessler
Narrator		Susan Denaker
Book Editions
		DigitalBooks on Tape9781415928998