Nancy Reagan: A Life from Beginning to End

In the 250-year history of the United States, there have been many first ladies, but Nancy Reagan remains one of the most memorable. She and her husband ushered in the 1980s, and during this time, Nancy herself became the public face of many important issues. Most famously, she tackled the growing problem of illegal drug use with the iconic 'Just Say No' campaign, an effort that became so widespread and recognizable that it entered American culture permanently.
Yet as inspirational as she was, Nancy Reagan never set out to be involved in politics. She began her career as an aspiring actress. It was only after she set her sights on Ronald Reagan—then president of the Screen Actors Guild—that she was gradually drawn into the political world. She became the First Lady of California when Ronald became governor, and then the First Lady of the United States when he won the presidency. This book covers her life and legacy in full.