This Glorious Struggle

George Washington's Revolutionary War Letters

Nonfiction, History, Americas, United States, Revolutionary Period (1775-1800)
Cover of the book This Glorious Struggle by Edward G. Lengel, HarperCollins e-books
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Edward G. Lengel ISBN: 9780061877711
Publisher: HarperCollins e-books Publication: October 13, 2009
Imprint: HarperCollins e-books Language: English
Author: Edward G. Lengel
ISBN: 9780061877711
Publisher: HarperCollins e-books
Publication: October 13, 2009
Imprint: HarperCollins e-books
Language: English

George Washington wrote an astonishing number of letters, both personal and professional. The majority—about 140,000 documents—are from his years as commander in chief during the Revolutionary War, from 1775 to 1783. This Glorious Struggle presents a selection of Washington's most important and interesting letters from that time, including many that have never been published.

Washington's lively and often surprisingly candid notes to his wife and family, friends, Congress, fellow soldiers—and even the enemy—chronicle his most critical tactical and strategic decisions, while offering a rare glimpse of the extremes of depression and exultation into which he was cast by the fortunes of war. The letters are arranged chronologically and give a dramatic sense of the major phases of the war, from Boston, Trenton, and Valley Forge, to Monmouth and Yorktown.

The more personal missives show us a Washington who worried about his wife's well-being and who appreciated a good joke and a well-laid table, not to mention the company of the ladies.

This Glorious Struggle brings Washington to vivid life, offering a fresh and intimate sense of this most towering American figure and the critical role he played in the creation of our country.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

George Washington wrote an astonishing number of letters, both personal and professional. The majority—about 140,000 documents—are from his years as commander in chief during the Revolutionary War, from 1775 to 1783. This Glorious Struggle presents a selection of Washington's most important and interesting letters from that time, including many that have never been published.

Washington's lively and often surprisingly candid notes to his wife and family, friends, Congress, fellow soldiers—and even the enemy—chronicle his most critical tactical and strategic decisions, while offering a rare glimpse of the extremes of depression and exultation into which he was cast by the fortunes of war. The letters are arranged chronologically and give a dramatic sense of the major phases of the war, from Boston, Trenton, and Valley Forge, to Monmouth and Yorktown.

The more personal missives show us a Washington who worried about his wife's well-being and who appreciated a good joke and a well-laid table, not to mention the company of the ladies.

This Glorious Struggle brings Washington to vivid life, offering a fresh and intimate sense of this most towering American figure and the critical role he played in the creation of our country.

More books from HarperCollins e-books

Cover of the book The Mind and the Brain by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Viva la Repartee by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Gentlemen and Players by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Be Still My Vampire Heart by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Thief of Time by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book The Still Point by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Little Bitty Lies by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Player HateHer by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Lateral Thinking by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Strange Brew by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Homecourt Advantage by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book He's Just Not Up for It Anymore by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Lord Langley Is Back in Town by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Leaving Cecil Street by Edward G. Lengel
Cover of the book Bantam of the Opera by Edward G. Lengel
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy