Browsing: George Washington

What were the educational backgrounds of the Founding Fathers? A Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist explores the Greek and Roman classics that shaped the nation in this New York Times bestseller. “Immersive and enlightening… A valuable take on American history” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

A New York Times bestseller and NPR Best Book of 2020! Delivering wit and historical insight, this energetic biography of George Washington is “a bewitching combination of erudition and cheek… A playful, disruptive work of history” (New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Egan).

Before the Revolutionary War, a group of soldiers were involved in a plot against George Washington. This book delves into the story — and the beginning of US counterintelligence. “Anyone with an interest in American history will love this book” (#1 New York Times bestselling author Douglas Preston).

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER“Nathaniel Philbrick is a masterly storyteller. Here he seeks to elevate the naval battles between the French and…

Revenge is a dish best served cold. At least, that’s what most people believed, but for Clancy Reynolds, that phrase…

Get on the edge of your seat, because BONES BROTHERS takes off right where Lucian Bane left you hanging in…

A New York Times bestselling historian uncovers the early life and military career of George Washington — including his role in igniting the French and Indian War when he was an officer. “Lively, well-researched… A discerning history of pre-Revolutionary America and the man who shaped its future” (Kirkus Reviews).

What Lilliana Marsden wants—she gets. The thing she believes she desires most is to live in Charleston on a plantation.…

With nearly 2,500 five-star ratings on Goodreads: A National Book Award–winning author paints a vivid portrait of George Washington in this definitive biography. This perceptive look at the first US president “deserves a place on every American’s bookshelf” (The New York Times Book Review).

This New York Times bestseller and Pulitzer Prize winner from the author of Alexander Hamilton provides a groundbreaking look at the life of George Washington. “Truly magnificent… Well-researched, well-written, and absolutely definitive” (The Washington Post).