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Brief But Affectionate History: Revised and Expanded Edition

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By Ron Chernow

In Brief But Affectionate History: Revised and Expanded Edition, Ron Chernow, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Washington: A Life, Alexander Hamilton, and Grant, offers a sweeping and intimate portrait of America's founding fathers. Drawing on a vast array of sources, Chernow paints a vivid picture of the men who risked their lives and fortunes to create a new nation, and he explores the complex relationships that both bound them together and drove them apart.

The book begins with the arrival of the Pilgrims at Plymouth in 1620 and ends with the ratification of the Constitution in 1789. In between, Chernow tells the story of the American Revolution, the writing of the Declaration of Independence, and the formation of the new government. He also provides insightful portraits of the major figures of the era, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin.

Brief But Affectionate History is a magisterial work of history that offers a fresh and insightful look at the founding of the United States. Chernow's writing is clear and engaging, and his research is impeccable. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history.

Praise for Brief But Affectionate History

"Chernow's writing is a delight, and his insights are sharp and original. This book is a major contribution to our understanding of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States." —Jon Meacham, author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power

"Chernow has a gift for storytelling, and he brings the founding fathers to life in a way that is both intimate and illuminating. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history." —Doris Kearns Goodwin, author of Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln

"Chernow's Brief But Affectionate History is a masterpiece of historical writing. It is a sweeping and intimate portrait of America's founding fathers, and it offers a fresh and insightful look at the founding of the United States. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in American history." —David McCullough, author of John Adams and 1776

About the Author

Ron Chernow is the author of several acclaimed biographies, including Washington: A Life, Alexander Hamilton, and Grant. He has won the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the Bancroft Prize. Chernow is a graduate of Yale University and Columbia University. He lives in New York City.