George Washington

By William Roscoe Thayer

Book Overview

""George Washington"" by William Roscoe Thayer is a comprehensive biography of the first President of the United States. Thayer delves into Washington's life from his childhood, through his military career, to his presidency and beyond. The book covers Washington's role in the American Revolution, his leadership as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, and his contributions to the drafting of the Constitution. Thayer also explores Washington's personal life, including his marriage to Martha Custis and his relationships with other historical figures such as Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton. The book provides a detailed account of Washington's legacy and impact on American history, as well as his lasting influence on the country's political and social institutions. Thayer's writing is engaging and informative, making this biography a must-read for anyone interested in the life of one of America's most iconic figures.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: 1417990503
• ISBN13: 9781417990504
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"