This Is Washington Dc

First published in 1969, super-tourist Sasek paints the nation s capital in unforgettable shades of red, white, and blue. With bright illustrations and snappy, witty commentary, Sasek leads readers through Washington, DC s most iconic sights, including the Washington Monument with its sweeping views of federal buildings and museums, the White House, the city s legendary cherry blossoms, and the Smithsonian s National Zoological Park, once home to the world s most famous bear, Smokey. The result is a lively, charming portrait of a city defined by green parks, wide avenues, and classic white porticoes. This book offers a joyful celebration of the capital city and its national institutions.