WASHINGTON: A Legacy of Leadership

I must confess that I am not an avid biography reader. I chose Washington: A Legacy of Leadership by Paul Vickery and Stephen Mansfield mostly because I felt that although I know quite a bit about Washington - the statesman, I know very little about the Washington – the man.

Throughout the book, Vickery has provided many lesser-known facts about Washington’s life and has based much of the book on original sources such as Washington’s own letters. The author views Washington mostly in a positive light but does not shy away from pointing out the various mistakes Washington made throughout his career.

Another aspect that makes this book very interesting is the presence of a large number of pictures and illustrations depicting various events from Washington’s life and America’s history.

If you are a history buff or a biography lover, you will no doubt love this book, but if not, be prepared for a long and, at times, laborious, read.

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