George Washington: The Story Of The First American

By Clifford Smyth

Book Overview

""George Washington: The Story Of The First American"" by Clifford Smyth is a comprehensive biography of the first president of the United States. The book covers Washington's life from his birth in Virginia in 1732 to his death in 1799, and explores his role in the American Revolution, his presidency, and his legacy. Smyth delves into Washington's childhood, his military career, and his personal life, including his marriage to Martha Custis and his relationships with other historical figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. The author also examines Washington's leadership during the Revolutionary War, his pivotal role in the formation of the United States Constitution, and his two terms as president. Throughout the book, Smyth provides insight into Washington's character, including his sense of duty, his commitment to the ideals of the American Revolution, and his struggles with personal and political challenges. The author also explores Washington's impact on American history and his enduring legacy as a founding father of the nation. Overall, ""George Washington: The Story Of The First American"" is a detailed and engaging biography that offers a comprehensive look at one of America's most important historical figures. It is an ideal read for anyone interested in American history, the American Revolution, or the life and legacy of George Washington.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432571494
• ISBN13: 9781432571498
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"