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More Than a Lady: First Ladies of the USA
More Than a Lady uncovers the untold stories of the women who stood beside the most powerful men in U.S. history. From diplomatic influence to championing social causes, each First Lady brought her own vision to the White House. This book explores their personal struggles, triumphs, and legacies, revealing how they shaped America’s history both in the spotlight and behind the scenes.
407 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 7, 2025
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Toni Kief
27 books194 followersToni Kief, a small town Midwestern nomad from a family of high spirits and laughter. Presently in the Northwest, she plans to stay for the view, trees and friends. Her life story includes years in Insurance as an adjuster in Florida and Washington state. A longtime civil rights activist, she shares stories about lunches with politicians, leaders, and artists. Toni’s defines her genre as OA –older adult. She continues to gathers stories prime for embellishment in unlikely situations. Toni is one of the founding directors of The Writers Cooperative of the Pacific Northwest. Sharing more information and short stories at www.tonikief.com.
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July 31, 2025
A Comprehensive Chronicle
The extensive bibliography at the end of author Toni Kief’s ‘More Than a Lady: First Ladies of the USA’ indicates she has left no stone left unturned in doing justice to the ladies who assumed an important Presidential role.
Substantial as opposed to subsidiary!
Each tribute is concise and congenially presented, peppered with interesting finds. To cite a few “Firsts” of the ladies:
She served ice cream at White House functions, her favorite flavor, being oyster.
She initiated the popular tradition of the Easter egg hunt on the White House lawn.
She was responsible for planting the former Rose Garden at the White House.
She tied with Mother Teresa for most admired woman in the world.
I highly recommend this fast-paced, fascinating Nonfiction exploration of America’s first ladies, all of whom have made a profound impact on humanitarian and political causes.
The extensive bibliography at the end of author Toni Kief’s ‘More Than a Lady: First Ladies of the USA’ indicates she has left no stone left unturned in doing justice to the ladies who assumed an important Presidential role.
Substantial as opposed to subsidiary!
Each tribute is concise and congenially presented, peppered with interesting finds. To cite a few “Firsts” of the ladies:
She served ice cream at White House functions, her favorite flavor, being oyster.
She initiated the popular tradition of the Easter egg hunt on the White House lawn.
She was responsible for planting the former Rose Garden at the White House.
She tied with Mother Teresa for most admired woman in the world.
I highly recommend this fast-paced, fascinating Nonfiction exploration of America’s first ladies, all of whom have made a profound impact on humanitarian and political causes.
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