The Political Writings of George Washington 2 Volume Hardback Set

The Political Writings of George Washington is the only complete collection of his political thought, covering his life of public service and including first-hand accounts of his death and reflections on his legacy.

Format: Mixed media product
Length: 1300 pages
Publication date: 31 August 2023
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

The Political Writings of George Washington encompass a comprehensive collection of Washington's enduring writings on politics, prudence, and statesmanship, presented in two volumes. While historically, these writings have received less attention compared to the renowned political thought of other prominent founders like Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Adams, and Alexander Hamilton, they offer a valuable insight into Washington's political philosophy. Spanning his life of public service, from his early days as a soldier in the French and Indian Wars to his pivotal roles as commander-in-chief of the revolutionary army, his two terms as the first president of America, and even his brief periods of retirement, during which he keenly observed and commented on American politics, the volumes provide a firsthand account of Washington's death and reflections on his legacy by those who knew him or deeply understood his significance. This extensive compilation results in a deeper understanding of Washington's political thought and the profound impact he had on the American founding.

Weight: 3630g
Dimension: 261 x 183 x 87 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781009347297