Combining incredible first-person anecdotes from extensive interviews with scores of White House staff members—many speaking for the first time—with archival research, Kate Andersen Brower tells their story. Book Review: The Residence: Inside the private world of the White House. Over the course of the day, they gather in the lower level’s basement kitchen to share stories, trade secrets, forge lifelong friendships, and sometimes even fall in love. In the voices of the residence workers themselves—sometimes wry, often affectionate, always gracious and proud—here are stories of. This book is about the hard working people who dedicate their lives and service to those families, and try to make their lives as normal as possible for the duration of their stay. I am impressed with the fidelity and loyalty of the White House staff and at the same time perplexed at what feels like a bit much to an average person like myself. She reveals the intimacy between the First Family and the people who serve them, as well as tension that has shaken the staff over the decades. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with butlers, maids, chefs, florists, doormen, and other staffers—as well as conversations with three former first ladies and the children of four presidents—Brower offers a group … She lives outside Washington, D.C., with her husband and their three young children. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with butlers, maids, chefs, florists, doormen, and other staffers—as well as conversations with three former first ladies and the children of four presidents—Brower offers a group portrait of the dedicated professionals who orchestrate lavish state dinners; stand ready during meetings with foreign dignitaries; care for the president and first. However, how difficult would it have been to put them in chronological order? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2016. FRDHYOIBOPRE // Doc ~ The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House Filesize: 9.23 MB Reviews This publication will be worth purchasing. Be the first to share your thoughts on this title! Something went wrong. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Still reading this but so far love it. 4.1 (1,924 ratings) Add to Cart failed. In her runaway bestseller The Residence, former White House correspondent Kate Andersen Brower pulls back the curtain on the world's most famous address. We are told the queen sleeps each night on sheets that have been washed exactly four times! No one has insight into their true character like the people who serve their meals and make their beds every day. Full of stories and details by turns dramatic, humorous, and heartwarming, The Residence reveals daily life in the White House as it is really lived through the voices of the maids, butlers, cooks, florists, doormen, engineers, and others who tend to the needs of the President and First Family. A touching story.”, “If youve been geeking out over the details of the Underwoods residence on, “A work of great historical interest that is also quite entertaining.”, “A juicy new book. These dedicated professionals maintain the six-floor mansion’s 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 28 fireplaces, three elevators, and eight staircases, and prepare everything from hors d’oeuvres for intimate gatherings to meals served at elaborate state dinners. The author well-researched her information, but just due to passing years and availability of the staff, we are pretty much limited to the Carters, Regans, Bushes (2), Clintons, and Obamas. Some ex-presidents come out way better than others in terms of interacting with the White House staff. His love of action, the West, the issues of his day. The Restaurant (The Nantucket Restaurant series Book 1), The Man Who Killed Kennedy: The Case Against LBJ. Full of stories and details by turns dramatic, humorous, and heartwarming, The Residence reveals daily life in the White House as it is really lived through the voices of the maids, butlers, cooks, florists, doormen, engineers, and others who tend to the needs of the President and First Family. Since the administration of George Washington (1789–97), who occupied presidential residences in New York and Philadelphia, every American president has resided at the White House. . Journalist Brower, who spent four years covering the White House for Bloomberg News, explores the personal lives of American presidential families using stories from people who connect with them on a regular basis—the White House domestic staff. There was a problem loading your book clubs. Inside the Private World of the White House. It would have been much more enjoyable with a little organization. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. I thought this was a fantastic way to learn how the White House operates on a day-to-day basis, long after the west wing staffers leave to go home for the night. Narrated by: Karen White. No one understands the president of the United States, and his family, like the men and women who make the White House run every day. His memoir of that time is a fascinating insider's tale. Her book provides a day-to-day look at the lives of maids, butlers, maitre d's, ushers, and chefs, as well as at their interactions with the presidents, first ladies, … All Product Details. How does the staff keep that mansion running smoothly? Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. . Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with butlers, maids, chefs, florists, doormen, and other staffers--as well as conversations with three former first ladies and the children of four presidents--Brower offers a group portrait of the dedicated … America's first families are among the most private public figures on earth. It was a great snapshot into different moments in history. The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, and the Washington Post. These dedicated professionals maintain the six-floor mansions 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 28 fireplaces, three elevators, and eight staircases, and prepare everything from hors doeuvres for intimate gatherings to meals served at elaborate state dinners. It lifts the mystery of the First families and brings them into perspective as people who face family challenges, hardships, and who work hard to make the best of being in the public eye every waking second. Get 50% off this audiobook at the AudiobooksNow online audio book store and download or stream it right to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. A remarkable history with elements of both In the Presidents Secret Service and The Butler, The Residence offers an intimate account of the service staff of the White House, from the Kennedys to the Obamas. She reveals the intimacy between the First Family and the people who serve them, as well as tension that has shaken the staff over the decades. The All Good Books club will discuss The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower at 7:00 PM this Thursday, October 13, 2016 at the Community of Christ church (7842 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS) in the Church Library. Full of stories and … From the mystique of the glamorous Kennedys to the tumult that surrounded Bill and Hillary Clinton during the president’s impeachment to the historic tenure of Barack and Michelle Obama, each new administration brings a unique set of personalities to the White House—and a new set of challenges to the fiercely loyal and hardworking people who serve them: the White House residence staff. In her runaway bestseller The Residence, former White House correspondent Kate Andersen Brower pulls back the curtain on the world’s most famous address. Enjoy a great reading experience when you buy the Kindle edition of this book. A nonfiction book that combines archival research and interviews with retired White House staff to show readers what goes on behind the scenes at the White House. . From the mystique of the glamorous Kennedys to the tumult that surrounded Bill and Hillary Clinton during the president's impeachment to the historic yet polarizing residency of Barack and Michelle Obama, each new administration brings a unique set of personalities to the White House—and a new set of challenges to the fiercely loyal and hardworking people who serve them: the White House residence staff. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. I wish I could have used the x-ray feature because I kept forgetting who the various members of staff were and what they did. No one has insight into their true character like the people who serve their meals and make their beds every day. The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower Former White House correspondent Kate Andersen Brower opens the back door of the most famous building in America so readers may see what life is like for the president and his family, as well as for the employees whose job it is to keep things running smoothly. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. These dedicated professionals maintain the six-floor mansion’s 132 rooms, 35 bathrooms, 28 fireplaces, … Part of the services like having the first family's preferred toothpaste(s) out and ready each evening - that reminded me of my reading about England's Royal Family. Over the course of the day, they gather in the lower levels basement kitchen to share stories, trade secrets, forge lifelong friendships, and sometimes even fall in love. What a FASCINATING book! . No one has insight into their true character like the people who serve their meals and make their beds every day. No one has insight into their true character like the people who serve their meals and make their beds every day. . This book felt like I was reading a series of disjointed anecdotes, with no specific timeline or subject matter. Follow @caronmlindsay. A fun read. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. Kate Andersen Brower spent four years covering the Obama White House for Bloomberg News and is a former CBS News staffer and Fox News producer. 1. From the housekeeper and engineer who fell in love while serving President Reagan to Jackie Kennedys private moment of grief with a beloved staffer after her husbands assassination to the tumultuous days surrounding President Nixons resignation and President Clintons impeachment battle, The Residence is full of surprising and moving details that illuminate day-to-day life at the White House. Read or Download Now http://popbooks.xyz/?book=0062305204Read The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House Ebook Free For the book The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House, Kate Andersen Brower managed to elicit stories from employees who witnessed the loneliness of … From the housekeeper and engineer who fell in love while serving President Reagan to Jackie Kennedy’s private moment of grief with a beloved staffer after her husband’s assassination to the tumultuous days surrounding President Nixon’s resignation and President Clinton’s impeachment battle, The Residence is full of surprising and moving details that illuminate day-to-day life at the White House. The White House chief usher for nearly three decades offers a behind-the-scenes look at America’s first families. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 27, 2016. Inside The White House Private Residence of the Obama Family Architectural Digest was given a tour of the relaxed private family quarters at the White House of the Obamas. in Washington, D.C. Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2015. Download or stream The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower. A remarkable history with elements of both In the President s Secret Service and The Butler, The Residence offers an intimate account of the service staff of the White House, from the Kennedys to the Obamas. They see the leaders and their families in a different light. A remarkable history with elements of both In the President’s Secret Service and The Butler, The Residence offers an intimate account of the service staff of the White House, from the Kennedys to the Obamas.America’s First Families are unknowable in many ways. Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with butlers, maids, chefs, florists, doormen, and other staffers—as well as former first ladies and first family members—Kate Andersen Brower, who covered President Obama's first term, offers a group portrait of the dedicated professionals who orchestrate lavish state dinners; stand ready during meetings with foreign dignitaries; care for the president and first lady's young children; and cater to every need the first couple may have, however sublime or, on occasion, ridiculous. . The President Is Dead! Please try your request again later. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. Please try again. It is a very interesting read. . Full of stories and … .orange-text-color {font-weight:bold; color: #FE971E;}Enjoy features only possible in digital – start reading right away, carry your library with you, adjust the font, create shareable notes and highlights, and more. 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