America’s beloved and distinguished historian presents, in a book of breathtaking excitement, drama, and narrative force, the stirring story of the year of our nation’s birth, 1776, interweaving, on both sides of the Atlantic, the actions and decisions that led Great Britain to undertake a war against her rebellious colonial subjects and that placed America’s survival in the hands of George … Washington.
In this masterful book, David McCullough tells the intensely human story of those who marched with General George Washington in the year of the Declaration of Independence–when the whole American cause was riding on their success, without which all hope for independence would have been dashed and the noble ideals of the Declaration would have amounted to little more than words on paper.
Based on extensive research in both American and British archives, 1776 is a powerful drama written with extraordinary narrative vitality. It is the story of Americans in the ranks, men of every shape, size, and color, farmers, schoolteachers, shoemakers, no-accounts, and mere boys turned soldiers. And it is the story of the King’s men, the British commander, William Howe, and his highly disciplined redcoats who looked on their rebel foes with contempt and fought with a valor too little known.
Written as a companion work to his celebrated biography of John Adams, David McCullough’s 1776 is another landmark in the literature of American history.more
Highly recommended if you like history. Vivid description. flowing narrative. very interesting, informative and easy to read
Storylike, it keeps moving, but it’s all true! An inspiring account of the first year the United States existed… and how it built the foundation for what followed.
Optimistic, fascinating –
1776 provided great hope for me that the US will weather this seemingly insurmountable divisiveness in our current times, as there was great divisiveness then.
David McCullough writes a compelling and well laid out history of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the “Founding Fathers” (of which I realize …
solid compelling History.
This is a very readable and enjoyable historical depiction of the founding of our country. The author did his research.
Fantastic look into the characters that create our country and dreamed our dream
I love knowing history, but it’s not always a great read. I found myself caring about all ine individuals. The more I read, the more I wanted to keep reading.
An absolute must read for American history buffs. The author brings to life the people and the places that made our country.
Everything he has written is very good.
McCullough can do no wrong as far as I’m concerned. This book is fascinating.
I thought that the book was great. I like history and this book definitely answered the craving. Very enjoyable!
Well researched & readable
I think this is THE DEFINITIVE narration of the Revolutionary War. David McCullough makes history LIVE and BREATHE and makes me want more!
Learned so much about the founding of USA
This book is of the quality we expect from McCullough. It provides excellent narrative and insight into the year of our nation’s birth.
McCullough is my favorite historian. I learn so much from his books.
Great Book. David McCollough is a very good writer, enjoy his books.
Riveting even if one knows the outcome. McCullough is a master story teller.
This author possesses the writing that gives great insight into historical events as well as a deep view into the key characters. This is one of his best books.
Always a pleasure to read anything he has written.