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About the Book

Ron Chernow's Washington Life is a groundbreaking and illuminating biography of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Chernow draws on a wealth of new research to paint a vivid portrait of Washington's life and times, from his humble beginnings as a frontier farmer to his leadership of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War to his presidency and beyond.

Chernow's Washington is a complex and fascinating figure. He was a brilliant military strategist, a wise statesman, and a dedicated patriot. But he was also a flawed human being, with his share of doubts and insecurities. Chernow's biography does not shy away from these flaws, but instead uses them to create a more nuanced and realistic portrait of one of the most important figures in American history.

Washington: A Life

by Ron Chernow

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	930 pages

The Author

Ron Chernow is a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian. He is the author of several acclaimed biographies, including Alexander Hamilton, John Adams, and Ulysses S. Grant. Chernow is a master of the biographical form, and his Washington Life is no exception. He has a gift for bringing his subjects to life, and he does so with a wealth of detail and insight.

Reviews

"Chernow's Washington Life is a masterpiece. It is the definitive biography of one of the most important figures in American history." - The New York Times

"A brilliant and illuminating biography. Chernow has written a book that will stand as the standard work on Washington for years to come." - The Washington Post

"Chernow's Washington Life is a must-read for anyone interested in American history. It is a fascinating and inspiring account of the life of a truly great man." - The Boston Globe

Washington Life is a groundbreaking and illuminating biography of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Chernow draws on a wealth of new research to paint a vivid portrait of Washington's life and times, from his humble beginnings as a frontier farmer to his leadership of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War to his presidency and beyond. Chernow's Washington is a complex and fascinating figure, and his biography is a must-read for anyone interested in American history.

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Washington: A Life

by Ron Chernow

4.8 out of 5