In "Washington : a Life" celebrated biographer Ron Chernow provides a richly nuanced portrait of the father of our nation, dashing forever the stereotype of a stolid, unemotional man, and revealing an astute and surprising portrait of a canny political genius who knew how to inspire people.
triumphs and tragedies at the founding of the republic
Ellis, Joseph J
2007
Presents a historical account of the twenty-eight years between the start of the War for Independence in 1775 and the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, focusing on significant people and events in the founding of the American nation.
Reenacts Sacagewea's experiences as part of the Lewis and Clark expedition, focusing on the winter spent at Fort Clatsop and the last segment of their journey home, which included a violent encounter with the Blackfoot tribe.
A history of the early United States, examining notable events related to the founding of the country from the end of the French and Indian War to the aftermath of the War of 1812, and includes photographs and illustrations of maps and memorabilia, as well as removable reproductions of key documents, and a CD.
Provides an overview of the early history of the United States, from 1783 to 1815, featuring a chronological look at different time frames and discussion of topics of importance during the period; and includes definitions of important terms, and descriptions of related people, events, and facts of special interest.
Contains eighteen excerpted primary documents that provide perspectives on the early history of the United States, from 1783 to 1815, including speeches, ordinances, treaties, correspondence, and other writings.
how George Washington defeated Patrick Henry and saved the nation
Unger, Harlow G.
2007
Examines George Washington's efforts to create the U.S. Constitution, discussing the threat of civil war that followed the American Revolution, and looking at the objections of Patrick Henry, George Clinton, and ordinary citizens to a centralized government.
