The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House
The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015281
Book • Nonfiction
Washington, D.C. • Modern Era
2015
Adult
18+ years
1120L
Super Short Summary
The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower explores the lives of the White House staff who work behind the scenes to support the First Family, revealing their experiences, challenges, and dedication. The book provides a unique perspective on the operations inside one of the most famous residences in the world.
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Kate Andersen Brower's The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House offers an intriguing glimpse into the lives of White House staff and their relationships with first families. Critics appreciate its well-researched and engaging narrative, though some feel it occasionally lacks depth and critical analysis. Overall, it provides a fascinating, if somewhat surface-level, behind-the-scenes look.
Who Should Read The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House?
Readers who enjoyed Servants: A Downstairs History of Britain from the Nineteenth Century to Modern Times by Lucy Lethbridge or The Butler’s Guide by Stanley Ager will find The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower captivating. It appeals to those interested in intimate, behind-the-scenes looks at historical residences and the lives of the staff within.
30,505 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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281
Book • Nonfiction
Washington, D.C. • Modern Era
2015
Adult
18+ years
1120L
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