1860 1ed Life of George Washington Revolutionary War American Revolution Everett



“Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.”

– George Washington



"The Life of George Washington" by Edward Everett stems from a wide range of primary sources, from Washingtons personal letters and journals to include everything from his early days as a surveyor and planter in Virginia to his tenure as the first President of the United States. This 1860 first edition offers insights into Washingtons character, values, and leadership style, as well as his significant contributions to the development of the United States as a democratic republic. Information of note includes:

Washingtons military campaigns during the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War, including key battles.

Washingtons complicated relationship with slavery, including his ownership of slaves and evolving views on the institution over the course of his life including his release of his slaves in his Last Will and Testament.

Washingtons interactions with Native American tribes and his efforts to set up a strong federal government.

Washingtons relationships with family, friends, and fellow Founding Fathers.



Item number: #30285

Price: $399



EVERETT, Edward



The life of George Washington



New York: Sheldon and Company, 1860. First edition.



Details:

Collation:

xviii, 19-348, [12]

Wanting p. 119-120

Includes engraved frontispiece

Language: English

Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

Brown cloth

Size: ~7.5in X 5.5in (19.5cm x 14cm)



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