It is the story of two Georges: King George III of England and George Washington, the tall Virginian who led the ragtag American army, each man a patriot in his way, each with his own strengths and limitations. When we read his books, we understand their struggles, their vision and their humanity in a very special way.'ġ776 is the story of the Revolutionary War during the nations tumultuous beginning, and those who, at great sacrifice, fought for what we assume to be our rightful heritage and precious ideals. David McCullough is a superb writer and makes the legendary figures of history come alive. Also, it reads like a novel, capturing your attention and keeping it.

I would recommend it because of the in-depth research. 'I enjoy history and had been told that this is an excellent read. David McCullough has a way of relating history without boring you. It's a great way to learn our country's history all over again. It provides a personal look at the American Revolution through papers, diaries, letters, and speeches.Ī lot of hype surrounded this title's release, so I decided to read it. I initially chose this book because I like history, but it has turned out to be an even more fascinating portrayal of the period than I expected.

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