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Lodge, Henry Cabot, 1850-1924 |
| Title |
George Washington, Volume I
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
The Old Dominion -- The Washingtons -- On the frontier -- Love and marriage -- Taking command -- Saving the Revolution -- "Malice domestic, and foreign levy" -- The allies -- Arnold's treason, and the war in the South -- Yorktown -- Peace.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Tim Koeller and PG Distributed
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| Summary |
"George Washington, Volume I" by Henry Cabot Lodge is a historical account written in the late 19th century that explores the life and legacy of George Washington, the first President of the United States. This volume opens with an examination of the society in colonial Virginia and follows Washington's early life, including his education, family background, and the environment that shaped him as a leader and patriot. The opening of the book introduces readers to the Virginia of Washington's youth, depicting a society marked by agriculture, limited communication, and a sharp division between social classes. It focuses on the Washington family lineage, leading into a detailed description of George's childhood, particularly exploring the influence of his mother and brother Lawrence. As Washington matures, he begins to survey lands and develop skills that will set the stage for his future military and political endeavors. Lodge emphasizes Washington's character traits, such as his honesty, work ethic, and silent strength, which would later define his leadership during tumultuous times in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861)
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| Subject |
Presidents -- United States -- Biography
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| Subject |
Washington, George, 1732-1799
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12652 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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