This beautiful first edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears and only the slightest hint of shelf wear. The dust jacket is clean and unmarked. The book features green cloth boards with white lettering on the spine. American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America is a nonfiction work by former First Lady Michelle Obama, published in May 2012. It chronicles the creation and evolution of the White House Kitchen Garden, established in 2009 on the South Lawn, and explores its influence on gardening and healthy eating across the country. Praised for its engaging narrative and practical guidance, the book is richly illustrated with vibrant, full-color photographs capturing the garden throughout the seasons, as well as candid, personal moments with Michelle Obama.