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The Painter and the President: Gilbert Stuart's Brush with George Washington Classics_Gift_Guide William Least Heat-Moon set outA captivating exploration of the making of one of historys most famous portraits. Booklist, starred review George Washington hated having his portrait painted, but as president of the United States, he knew his image needed to live on. This nonfiction picture book explores how artist Gilbert Stuart created Washingtons most lasting and recognized portraitthe one thats used on the one dollar bill. Kirkus Reviews, starred review Publishers Weekly,