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Explores Washington and Arnold's complex relationship.
Winner of the prestigious George Washington Prize.
Insightful narrative of the American Revolution's middle years.
Acclaimed author Nathaniel Philbrick delivers compelling storytelling.
Highlights critical moments that shaped America's fight for freedom.
Reveals internal threats during the Revolutionary War.
Engaging read for history enthusiasts and casual readers alike.
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Price Range: $10.99
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Full-length biography of Alexander Hamilton.
Written by National Book Award winner Ron Chernow.
Inspiration for the hit Broadway musical Hamilton.
Explores Hamilton's life and turbulent journey.
Challenges common misconceptions about Hamilton's legacy.
Details his role in shaping modern America.
A compelling narrative of ambition and patriotism.
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Price Range: $31.50
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography by Ron Chernow.
Richly nuanced portrait of George Washington.
Covers Washington's boyhood and military achievements.
Explores his role as America's first president.
Challenges stereotypes of Washington’s character and emotions.
Detailed insights into his personal relationships.
Depicts Washington as a political genius and leader.
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Price Range: $31.50
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Timed for the 250th anniversary of Revere's ride.
Fresh research reveals lesser-known story aspects.
Chronicles April 18, 1775, pivotal events.
Highlights Revere's network of fellow riders.
Explores the complexities of the historic ride.
Delivers a dramatic narrative for modern readers.
Essential reading for American history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $26.10
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Exhaustive biography of Benjamin Franklin
Written by best-selling author Walter Isaacson
Explores Franklin's dual identity as a statesman and inventor
Highlights Franklin’s impact on American identity
Reveals his complex family relationships
Illuminates Franklin's role in democracy and public life
Captivating narrative style engages modern readers
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Price Range: $26.24
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Inspiring story of Marquis de Lafayette's life.
Fought for liberty across both sides of the Atlantic.
Teenage journey to join the American Revolution.
Key figure in launching the French Revolution.
Imprisoned for five years in dungeons.
Fought against Napoleon and supported revolutionary causes.
An enduring symbol of freedom and equality.
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Price Range: $7.99
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Explores lives of America's first First Ladies.
Highlights their influence on American presidential roles.
Engaging storytelling praised by Library Journal.
Examines their visions for a new nation.
Illuminates women's public and private roles.
Richly researched and insightful analysis.
Features compelling narratives and personal challenges.
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Price Range: $1.99
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Engaging narrative of America's birth year, 1776.
Explores George Washington's leadership and challenges.
Richly researched from American and British archives.
Features diverse soldiers, from farmers to boys.
Companion to McCullough’s biography of John Adams.
Highlights the human side of historical events.
A captivating read for history enthusiasts.
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Epic biography of John Adams by David McCullough.
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Biography.
Explores Adams' independent and honest character.
Details his crucial role in American Revolution.
Describes his complex relationship with Thomas Jefferson.
Captivating story of love with Abigail Adams.
Engaging history about politics and human nature.
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Price Range: $26.24
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of George Washington.
Written by acclaimed biographer Ron Chernow.
Richly nuanced and well-researched narrative.
Explores Washington's early life and military exploits.
Details his role in Constitutional Convention.
Reveals a dynamic, passionate Washington.
Inspires interest in Revolutionary War history.
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Price Range: $12.98
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Thomas Jefferson.
Insightful exploration of Jefferson's life and legacy.
Celebrated as a #1 New York Times bestseller.
Covers Jefferson's passions and political achievements.
Based on extensive archival research and transcripts.
Highlights Jefferson's enduring relevance in today's world.
Unveils the personal and political sides of Jefferson.
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Price Range: $9.99
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Timely release for America's 250th anniversary.
New insights into Paul Revere's famous ride.
Explores lesser-known aspects of the historical event.
Draws from fresh primary and secondary research.
Reveals a complex narrative beyond popular legend.
Highlights contributions of other key riders.
Engaging narrative for modern readers.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Groundbreaking biography of George Washington.
Explores Washington's relationship with American slavery.
Details Washington's moral transformation over his lifetime.
Reveals Washington's decision to free his slaves.
New evidence about Washington's possible mixed-race descendants.
Meticulously researched from primary documents and archives.
Offers a nuanced portrait of a complex figure.
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Price Range: $2.99
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Reveals Samuel Adams's pivotal role in American Revolution.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Stacy Schiff.
Highlights Adams's transformation into a radical leader.
Explores his strategies for colonial mobilization.
Illuminates the Boston Massacre and Tea Party events.
Recognized as one of 2022's best nonfiction books.
Engages readers with dramatic and original storytelling.
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Price Range: $3.99
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Bestselling biography of Alexander Hamilton.
Written by Pulitzer Prize-winner Ron Chernow.
Inspires the hit Broadway musical Hamilton.
Explores Hamilton's influential role in American history.
Reveals his personal struggles and ambitions.
Offers a fresh perspective on American foundations.
A must-read for history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $18.15
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Companion to Bill O'Reilly's docudrama.
Explores the American Revolutionary War's complexities.
Details conflicts between loyalists and rebels.
Highlights pivotal moments like the Boston Massacre.
Features influential leaders, including George Washington.
Immersive narrative style engages readers throughout.
Introduction read by Bill O'Reilly himself.
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Price Range: $17.71
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Authoritative biography by Walter Isaacson.
Explores Benjamin Franklin's multifaceted life.
Covers his role as a founding father.
Chronicles adventures across America and Europe.
Insights into Franklin's wit and wisdom.
Highlights his contributions to American identity.
Engaging narrative style keeps readers captivated.
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Price Range: $12.89
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Epic story of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton.
Based on extensive letters and original sources.
Explores her role as a revolutionary woman.
Captivating love story amidst political turmoil.
Addresses heartbreak, betrayal, and forgiveness.
Highlights her fight for Alexander's legacy.
Questions devotion to flawed love and nation.
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Price Range: $10.75
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of John Adams.
Bestselling book inspired HBO's acclaimed series.
Masterfully written by historian David McCullough.
Explores Adams' adventurous life journey and achievements.
Highlights his role in the American Revolution.
Details his impactful presidency and diplomatic skills.
Chronicles the profound love story with Abigail Adams.
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Price Range: $11.23
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Alexander Hamilton.
Inspiration for the hit Broadway musical Hamilton.
Explores Hamilton's impact on America's foundations.
Engaging narrative of Hamilton's turbulent life.
Highlights his rise from orphan to Treasury Secretary.
Challenges misconceptions about Hamilton's ambitions and legacy.
A vivid account of his duel with Aaron Burr.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Reevaluates Ethan Allen's legacy and heroism.
Explores Green Mountain Boys' true motivations and actions.
Challenges myths surrounding the American Revolution.
Details Allen's rivalry with Benedict Arnold.
Highlights Washington's skepticism towards Ethan Allen.
Offers insights on Vermont's complex history.
Provides a fresh perspective on Revolutionary War events.
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Price Range: $3.99
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Explores virtue's role in American founding principles.
Profiles six influential Founding Fathers' philosophies.
Connects classical philosophy to modern democracy.
Examines "pursuit of happiness" and its significance.
Highlights virtue over pleasure in personal growth.
Discusses self-government's link to personal virtue.
Offers a fresh perspective on American ideals.
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Price Range: $17.99
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Explores founders' intertwined lives and relationships.
Focuses on critical moments in American history.
Highlights key figures: Adams, Jefferson, Hamilton, and more.
Reveals personal dynamics behind public personas.
Emphasizes character's role in politics and history.
Engaging narrative with historical insights and analysis.
Pulitzer Prize-winning author Joseph J. Ellis's expertise.
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Price Range: $17.72
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Engaging biography of Alexander Hamilton’s life.
Explores Hamilton’s impact on America’s founding.
Well-researched, insightful portrait of a complex figure.
Captivating narrative style, reminiscent of an epic novel.
Covers Hamilton’s role in the American Revolution.
Details his contributions to the modern banking system.
Highlights conflicts faced as soldier, politician, and lawyer.
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Price Range: $1.99
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Explosive true saga of Daniel Boone's adventures.
Chronicles America's brutal struggle for frontier settlement.
Written by best-selling authors Bob Drury and Tom Clavin.
Highlights conflicts with Native American tribes and French forces.
Captivating narrative based on contemporary diaries and accounts.
Offers gripping tales of courage and sacrifice.
A stirring chronicle of America's "First Frontier".
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Price Range: $17.71
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Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of George Washington.
Written by acclaimed biographer Ron Chernow.
Engaging narrative of Washington's life and leadership.
Challenges the stereotype of Washington’s character.
Based on extensive research and historical documents.
Captivating portrayal of America's first president.
Connects to popular musical Hamilton's legacy.
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Price Range: $16.99
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Comprehensive biography of Francis Marion, the Swamp Fox.
Explores both wartime exploits and personal life.
Covers guerrilla tactics used during the Revolution.
Highlights Marion's impact on British resources and morale.
Features colorful characters from the American Revolution.
First major biography in over forty years.
Offers fresh insights into Marion's patriotism and character.
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Price Range: $10.24
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Captivating account of America's revolutionary year.
Written by acclaimed historian David McCullough.
Explores George Washington's pivotal leadership role.
Details soldiers' diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Based on extensive American and British archives.
Companion to McCullough's biography of John Adams.
A landmark contribution to American historical literature.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Comprehensive biography of James Monroe's life
Explores his role in American history
Highlights friendships with Jefferson and Madison
Details pivotal moments in his presidency
Examines Monroe's complexities regarding slavery
Based on extensive primary source research
A captivating read for history enthusiasts
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Price Range: $23.63
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A landmark biography by Ron Chernow.
Richly nuanced portrait of George Washington.
Explores Washington's troubled boyhood and military exploits.
Reveals Washington's emotional depth and vibrant personality.
Details his complex marriage to Martha Washington.
Illustrates his political genius in shaping America.
A captivating narrative of America's founding moments.
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Price Range: $22.78
