Books matching: seminal events
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Save:"American Creation: Triumphs and Tragedies at the Founding of the Republic" by Joseph J. Ellis serves as a good introduction to the American Revolution and the early years of the American republic. Ellis delves into seminal events like the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the winter at Valley Forge, the emergence of political parties, and the Louisiana Purchase to illustrate how the United States came to be. Through a readable style, the book provides an excellent history of this era, exploring themes of libertarianism versus centralism, the complexities of early U.S. Indian policy, and the pragmatic decisions made by key figures like Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
Ellis weaves together a comprehensive view of the early U.S. through six episodes, shedding light on the break with Britain, the creation of the Constitution, the challenges of dealing with native Americans, and the significant impact of the Louisiana Purchase. offers a fresh perspective on well-known historical events, humanizing the founding fathers and highlighting the complexities of their relationships, decisions, and the evolution of the American government system.
IF PERMITTED the historical license to stretch the definition of a year, then the fifteen months between the shots fired at Lexington and Concord in April of 1775 and the adoption of the Declaration o... - #2
Save:'The Accidental President: Harry S. Truman and the Four Months That Changed the World' by A.J. Baime delves into the critical issues that confronted President Truman early in his presidency, exploring his rise to power and the significant decisions he made in the first four months. Baime presents Truman as an efficient and highly effective leader, navigating through international tensions, seminal events, and shaping the post-war world. The writing style is engaging, informative, and provides a detailed account of Truman's presidency, offering insights into his character and decision-making process.
IN THE FUTURE, Harry Truman would remember April 12 as the day “the whole weight of the moon and the stars fell on me.” He would recall the phone conversation that started it all, and the drive to the...
