What Was Cooking in Mary Todd Lincoln's White House? (Hardcover, Library binding)

One of the most popular PowerKids Press series continues by focusing on a selection of America's first ladies. How did American presidents and their wives manage living in that presidential mansion known as the White House? Martha and George Washington lived in three official residences, but never the White House! Abigail Adams washed the family laundry and hung it to dry in the East Room. Dolley Madison had the capital's first egg rolling contest. There are many more stories and historical facts about our remarkable first ladies that will fascinate young readers. Each book contains recipes, similar to those served at state events and at family parties that can be prepared by children, teachers, and parents.

A wealthy, ambitious woman, Mary Todd married Abraham Lincoln, a man from a humble background. When the Lincolns moved into the White House, Mary was determined to make it the proper president's mansion the country deserved. Despite the drama and tragedy of her time in the White House, Mary enjoyed entertaining. Recipes include company chicken and chocolate-dipped strawberries.