ALA Annual 2019

#alaac19 Books about Washington D.C.: Reading to Charm, Delight, and Ponder On

The grandeur of the architecture touches you as a visitor to Washington D.C. when strolling down Pennsylvania Avenue.  Is it the gracefulness of the U.S. Capitol building dome designed and constructed during Abraham Lincoln’s presidency – or something more?  Is it the inspiration of the White House, National Art Gallery East Building, and the National Archives – or something more? A captivating blend of enterprise, excellence, and goodness fills the air drawing you to explore our national treasures.  How can you be prepared to soak in this grandeur?  Can this legacy and history of the United States be captured in a short list of suggested books?  Can a few books capture the essence of the importance of Washington D.C. as the nation’s capital?   Probably not, but we can prepare you to not miss out on the essence of D.C. ALSC Local Arrangements – Eboni Njoki, committee chair, and members, Kristen…