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Mrs. Laura Bush delivers remarks at the Westbank Community Library in Austin, Tuesday, August 14, 2007, where the construction of the Laura Bush Community Library was announced. "Libraries have been a part of my life... since my mother first took me to the Midland Public Library when I was a child," said Mrs. Bush. "You can imagine how thrilled I am..." White House photo by Shealah Craighead
Books and AuthorsLaura Bush is a former librarian, an ardent lover of books, and an advocate of reading and lifelong learning. By sharing her love of books with children and adults, Mrs. Bush hopes to encourage Americans not only to read themselves, but to share reading with their families. During her time in Texas and Washington, Mrs. Bush has sponsored many initiatives urging children and adults to read, including events that celebrate the great authors and writings of America.
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