Washington: A Life

Ron Chernows 'Washington: A Life' is a definitive, Pulitzer Prize-winning biography that strips away the marble-statue image of George Washington to reveal a passionate, complex, and deeply human leader. Chernow utilizes a wealth of primary sources to show Washingtons growth from a young, ambitious soldier to the indispensable leader of the American Revolution and the first President. The book is a masterclass in biographical writing, providing a balanced view of his strengths and his contradictions, including his relationship with slavery. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the foundations of the United States.