A review by sarful
His Excellency: George Washington by Joseph J. Ellis
4.0
I love how much this author brings history to life, showing the founders as people, flawed and all. Why did everyone agree that Washington was the only symbol of America, despite differing ideals? And that’s exactly what Ellis answers, as well as he can.
I will say because of its brevity, much was glossed over, especially with the minutiae of the machinations of daily presidential life and his cabinet. On Native American affairs. Etc. But, it’s still great.
This book is so fascinating on who the legend of Washington really was. A great man, flaws and all.
I will say because of its brevity, much was glossed over, especially with the minutiae of the machinations of daily presidential life and his cabinet. On Native American affairs. Etc. But, it’s still great.
This book is so fascinating on who the legend of Washington really was. A great man, flaws and all.