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Herein are the writing of George Washington. That should provide all the necessary motivation one needs to buy this. If not, also take note that this edition is a sewn/glue bound, cloth cover edition with all of the assurances that only a Library of America book can bring with it. Sure, President Washington's writing can be tough to read at times, but if there is any place to read them, it is in this book.


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George Washington Writings Library of America George Washington John H Rhodehamel Books Reviews

Love the book's design and quality for the price, but I was disappointed that this does not span his entire career. It only includes writings prior to his presidency.
It was a gift for someone. But good price and well bound.
Awesome book, a must have for any patriot.
Washington's earlier writings reveal how his character developed, and show aspects of his personality and activities more private (though rarely intimate) than his public writings. John Rhodehamel has made an excellent selection of these writings. These Writings should be read carefully, and after having read a biography.

Washington reveals himself as incredibly goal-oriented not just one goal; all of them. The Rules for Living he copied and studied as a young man were his lifelong guide to behavior. Almost all of his writings show him as a most considerate person. When his goal required the physical courage and endurance of his first mission to the French, he was almost superhuman. When his goal required years of perseverance, he persevered.

He shows a sense of his own worth, but is nevertheless modest in describing his accomplishments.

Washington's letters come from a mind not only solid, but also brilliant. He was capable of making decisions instantly if the situation demanded speed; or after deep and thoughtful examination. His letters display his command of a wide range of endeavors from farming, to experimenting with soils, political commentary and participation, public works and their financing; even the right path for his young stepson to pursue.

When he was the colonel of the Virginia Regiment in the French-Indian War, a study of his writings shows that although his rank was colonel, he was responsible for every aspect of their military efforts -- except for political decisions. In other words, he functioned as a general. Not only a general, but the commanding general, answering only to the government. There, his writings show how he learned to build an army, officers and men who, under his leadership, became effective veterans. This of course was exactly what he later did in creating the Continental Army from scratch. He learned the importance of military intelligence from Braddock's disaster, when the British were surprised. So he hired spies -- even before he was appointed commanding colonel. Again, historians note that he had a "secret service" during our War of Independence.

Washington's letter to Bryan Fairfax (his Tory friend) shocked me. He wrote from Valley Forge, was furious with Britain. The tone of the letter begins with moderation, but soon changes to fury. Punctuation goes down the drain. The anger is understandable he charges Britain with intentionally pushing the colonies into rebellion, so as to have an excuse to wipe out their rights; he charges the British with forging letters, which they claimed were his. Why, o why, do we never read this in the history books?

All of this, and much more, is revealed in his letters. Surprisingly, a love letter is included, about the time he was about to marry Martha Custis. He was in love with another woman, a friend's wife, and there is a suggestion that previously his love might not have been unrequited.

He always took on responsibilities, and fulfilled them! It amazed me how young he was when he had responsibilities far beyond his contemporaries. Letters show that he loaned generously to friends at least one large loan was unsecured and free of interest, and he let it ride for six or eight years. He also subsidized the son of a friend, so he could attend Princeton.

It's fascinating to see his development -- from a loyal and enthusiastic "Englishman" into a leader of pre-Revolutionary activity, and into the major patriot, whom contemporaries credited with keeping the Revolution alive.

It's exciting to discover the inner workings of this really great American.
I am discovering more about this incredible man every day. Anyone who doesn't think he was our greatest president has made no attempt to find out. This is a real look into his mind through his actual correspondence during the Revolution and after.
George Washington's Writings are by far the best profile of our first President. History fails to present the "real" one. This very mature 16 year old had his "on the job training" as Surveyer in the harsh and hostile land of early America. Initially I thought I would be put to sleep by an Old English and often abbreviated writing style. On the contrary . . . I witnessed the Army Veteran at age 23, already battle skilled and still alive after 4 bullets rented holes in his coat .. and having had 2 horses "shot out" from under him. This was an extraordinary man with an incredible sense of duty. He also had a sense of humor and found it amusing to relate how a Frenchman expressed that he wanted to blow Washington's "brains out". Read a person's letters and you may peer deep into that human if you're lucky. It's time to read something truthful, inspirational and Patriotic. For me, this renewed my Revolutionary heart.
I am enjoying this book immensely. I think if you want to know about actually history instead of what these numbskull journalists and politicians tell you, this is the way to learn it. Go straight to the source. When you do, you'll figure out that just about everyone on either side of the fence, is lying to you about the founders. I find this book completely fascinating. Buy it.
Herein are the writing of George Washington. That should provide all the necessary motivation one needs to buy this. If not, also take note that this edition is a sewn/glue bound, cloth cover edition with all of the assurances that only a Library of America book can bring with it. Sure, President Washington's writing can be tough to read at times, but if there is any place to read them, it is in this book.