Life Of George Washington V2 (1855)

By Washington Irving

Book Overview

The book ""Life of George Washington V2"" is a biography of the first President of the United States, George Washington. Written by the famous American author, Washington Irving, the book was first published in 1855. The biography is divided into two volumes, with the second volume continuing the story of Washington's life from his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution to his retirement from public life.The book offers a comprehensive and detailed account of Washington's life, from his childhood in Virginia to his rise to prominence as a military leader and statesman. Irving draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Washington's personal correspondence and diaries, to provide a vivid portrait of the man behind the legend.Throughout the book, Irving emphasizes Washington's character and leadership qualities, portraying him as a man of great integrity, courage, and wisdom. He also explores the political and social context of Washington's time, providing insights into the challenges and opportunities that faced the young nation during its formative years.Overall, ""Life of George Washington V2"" is a fascinating and informative biography of one of America's most revered founding fathers. It offers readers a unique perspective on the life and legacy of this iconic figure, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history and politics.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: 1165437104
• ISBN13: 9781165437108
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 504 Pages
• Weight: 1.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"