Lady in red
Subtitle: an intimate portrait of Nancy Reagan
By: Sheila Tate
Contributors: Bush, George, 1924- writer of foreword
Edition: Large print edition.
Series: Thorndike Press large print biographies and memoirs; Thorndike Press large print biographies and memoirs
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 327
ISBN-13: 9781432849085
Copyright date: 2018
Subjects: Presidents' spouses; Biography; Large type books
Other titles: Intimate portrait of Nancy Reagan
Description: A collection of behind-the-scenes stories and iconic images of influential First Lady Nancy Reagan. Tate, a close confidante and former press secretary to Mrs. Reagan, shares insights into her personal life, from her daily routines to her enduring influence.

"Lady in Red is the long-awaited collection of behind-the-scenes stories and iconic images of one of the most influential First Lady in modern history -- Nancy Reagan. Lovingly compiled by long-time close confidante and aide, Sheila Tate, the book provides a rare and much-anticipated look into the personal life of the president's wife, from her daily routines and travels as First Lady to her friendships and deep influence in the Reagan White House. Lady in Red depicts a nuanced portrait of this graceful yet strong woman who felt it was her mission to restore a sense of grandeur, mystique, and excitement to the presidency, showcasing the various roles that Mrs. Reagan played during her years in the White House, that of Wife, Mother, Protector, Host, Diplomat, and Advisor, among others. The book also features twenty-four pages of gorgeous color photographs, including "Nancy's Album," a collection of Mrs. Reagan's favorite photographs, which she entrusted to Sheila to share with the world after she and her beloved Ronnie had passed. To complete the portrait, Lady in Red includes interviews with the friends and politicians who knew Mrs. Reagan best: President George H.W. Bush, Chris Wallace, James Baker, Ed Meese, Maureen Dowd, and Marlin Fitzwater share their most cherished memories of the First Lady."--Provided by publisher.
Table of contents: title: Foreword / George H.W. Bush; title: Elegance and style; title: The boss; title: The new First Lady; title: Always an actress; title: Just say no; title: Protector in Chief; title: The perfectionist; title: Family ties; title: Christmas at the White House; title: The art lover; title: Finding her voice; title: Press contacts; title: Diplomat in Chief; title: Planes, trips, and weather reports; title: Protecting Nancy; title: Up close and personal; title: Blame it on Nancy; title: No better friend; title: White House humor; title: Searching for privacy; title: Staff memories; title: The long goodbye; title: No words.