The Life of Washington V2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162630038)

The Life of Washington V2 is a biography of the first president of the United States, George Washington, written by the acclaimed American author, Washington Irving. This book is the second volume in a two-volume set and covers the period of Washington's life from the end of the American Revolution to his death in 1799.The book provides a comprehensive overview of Washington's life, including his early years, his military career, his presidency, and his personal life. It explores his leadership during the American Revolution, his role in the formation of the United States government, and his impact on American history.Irving's writing style is engaging and accessible, making this book an enjoyable read for both history buffs and casual readers. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including Washington's personal letters and journals, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of the man behind the myth.Overall, The Life of Washington V2 is a fascinating and informative biography of one of America's most important historical figures. It offers a unique perspective on Washington's life and legacy, and is a must-read for anyone interested in American history or the life of George Washington.1855. Washington Irving was the first American literary artist to earn his living solely through his writings and is considered to be the Father of the American Short Story. A biography of the life of George Washington written during his last years, which were spent in Tarrytown, N.Y. See other Irving titles available from Kessinger Publishing. Vol. 1 ISBN 0766185222, Vol. 3 ISBN 0766185249, Vol. 4 ISBN 0766185257.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Washington Irving
ISBN-10: 1162630035
ISBN-13: 9781162630038
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 426
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.87d