books about: confederation     books:     Confederation      Founding Faith: Providence, Politics, and the Birth of Religious Freedom in America Steven Waldman Random House, 2008 Fair and balanced, as were they A couple things make this book exceptional. The first thing the reader will soon notice is Waldman's even handed portrayal of Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Henry, Franklin, et al. He is, however, no apologist, nor should he be. Yet, the reasons for the "grand ...             Champlain's Dream David Hackett Fischer Simon & Schuster, 2008 In this sweeping, enthralling biography, acclaimed historian David Hackett Fischer brings to life the remarkable Samuel de Champlain -- soldier, spy, master mariner, explorer, cartographer, artist, and Father of New France. Born on France's Atlantic coast, Champlain grew to manhood in a country riven by religious warfare. The historical record is ...             American Creation: Triumphs and Tragedies at the Founding of the Republic Joseph J. Ellis Knopf, 2007 The Founding Fathers, Neither Jeckels nor Hydes This is a great addition to the history books covering the founding of our nation. Ellis covers the facts and corrects the fictions have become lore, and does so in a manner that is interesting and revealing. The Founding Fathers were neither geniuses who walked on ...             Ladies of Liberty: The Women Who Shaped Our Nation Cokie Roberts William Morrow, 2008 History jumps off the page Now I know why high school American History classes were such a snore. Up until now, history books have largely been written by men about only the men who founded our proud nation. Abbreviated, often sanitized versions of how events came to pass seem created to portray ...             John Adams David McCullough Simon & Schuster, 2008 Page Turner I absolutely loved this book! I enjoy reading history and biographies, but as anyone who does the same knows dry and dull writing can simply kill the experience. David McCullough is an amazing writer and honors his philosophy of making history interesting and turning ...             Elijah of Buxton Christopher Paul Curtis Scholastic Press, 2007 Elijah of Buxton *Elijah of Buxton* is an exciting historical fiction book about a boy named Elijah who is the first child born free in Buxton. It is about the Preacher who doesn't care for anyone in Buxton and who lies about everything. He tells Elijah that one type of snake is ...             Benjamin Franklin: An American Life Walter Isaacson Simon & Schuster, 2004 Excellent!!! It is enlightening how the spectrum at which Benjamin Franklin's contributions to America can hardly be contained in one book. A glimpse into his common sense, wisdom, and morality are organized with precision and passion through Walter Isaacson's masterpiece. I now ...             Alexander Hamilton Ron Chernow Penguin Press, 2004 Fascinating bio! Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton is as fun to read as any work of fiction. Chernow's style is readable, but elevated enough to do justice to his topic. He touches upon all aspects of Hamilton's life: his amazing and tragic youth, his military exploits ...             The Constitution of the United States of America, with the Bill of Rights and all of the Amendments; The ... Thomas Jefferson, Second Continental Congress, ... Wilder Publications, 2008 Very handy reference Read it, know it, live it. If things keep going they they have with people not caring about the Constitution, we won't have. You know the adage, ignore it and it will go away, it's very true for the constitution. The 2008 RNC is a standout example of this where the ...             1776 David McCullough Simon & Schuster, 2005 Remarkable Historical Account To begin with, David McCullough is an America Treasure. After reading this novel it is easy to remember why McCullogh is a two time Pulitzer prize winner. This time out McCullough takes readers into the various battles led by General Washington in and around Boston ...             The Heart of Valor: A Confederation Novel (Confederation) Tanya Huff DAW, 2008 Great Book I enjoy all of the Tanya Huff Valor books and this is another great addition to the tale. I am happy she is writing in this storyline again.             The American Revolution: A History (Modern Library Chronicles) Gordon S. Wood Modern Library, 2003 American Revolution by Gordon Wood The American Revolution is generally acknowledged to be the most crucial event in the birth of the United States of America. Copious interpretations have resulted from this status. Yet, few historians have been able to provide a pioneering viewpoint by so coherently ...             Thomas Jefferson : Writings : Autobiography / Notes on the State of Virginia / Public and Private Papers / ... Thomas Jefferson Library of America, 1984 "Men of Men" (born of Women) I will never be able to write a suitable review for this book - the scope of what lies between it's covers is far too great to do justice to in a review, and I am vastly inadequate to the task in any event. So, the one I write today comes from the heart - as one of ...             Washington: The Making of the American Capital Fergus Bordewich Amistad, 2008 Nation's Capitol Mr. Bordewich's latest book explains the complex process of the development of Washington D.C. The simplistic knowledge of the formation of the location of the capitol was based on a dinner party, however the truth is much more complicated. The history of this great ...             The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland Jim Defede Harper Paperbacks, 2003 The Day he World Came to Town:9/11 in Gander, Newfoundlan Most amazing book I've read. Most Americans were unaware that all of incomming flights at the time of the bombings were diverted to the nearest airports not within USA borders. This story is wonderful and shows how the human race really cares about one another. It ...          products you might be interested in search for books autobiography, confederation, constitution, declaration, independence, newfoundland      toavi.com    web we recommend Page Turner randomly chosen book: Doorways to the Soul: 52 Wisdom Tales from Around the World