Life of George WashingtonDigiCat, 17. maj 2022 - 284 strani Washington Irving's 'Life of George Washington' is a meticulously researched and beautifully written biography that delves into the life and accomplishments of the first President of the United States. Written in a lively and engaging style, Irving brings to life the struggles and triumphs of Washington, shedding light on his character, leadership qualities, and the historical context in which he lived. The book is a valuable contribution to American literature, blending factual information with literary flair. Irving's attention to detail and ability to capture the essence of Washington's persona make this biography a captivating read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike. Irving, known for his other works such as 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow' and 'Rip Van Winkle,' brings his expertise as a historian and storyteller to this comprehensive biography of one of America's most iconic figures. The meticulous research and vivid narrative make 'Life of George Washington' a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the man behind the legend. |
Iz vsebine knjige
Zadetki 1–5 od 77
Stran
... four children, of whom only two, Lawrence and Augustine, survived the years of childhood; their mother died November 24th, 1728, and was buried in the family vault. On the 6th of March, 1730, he married in second nuptials, Mary, the ...
... four children, of whom only two, Lawrence and Augustine, survived the years of childhood; their mother died November 24th, 1728, and was buried in the family vault. On the 6th of March, 1730, he married in second nuptials, Mary, the ...
Stran
... four battalions was to be raised in the colonies and sent to join them at Jamaica. There was a sudden outbreak of military ardor in the province. Lawrence Washington, now twenty-two years of age, caught the infection. He obtained a ...
... four battalions was to be raised in the colonies and sent to join them at Jamaica. There was a sudden outbreak of military ardor in the province. Lawrence Washington, now twenty-two years of age, caught the infection. He obtained a ...
Stran
... sojourn here he was diligently reading the history of England, and the essays of the "Spectator." Three or four years were thus passed by Washington, the greater part of the time beyond the Blue Ridge, but occasionally with his.
... sojourn here he was diligently reading the history of England, and the essays of the "Spectator." Three or four years were thus passed by Washington, the greater part of the time beyond the Blue Ridge, but occasionally with his.
Stran
... four tribes, and extending its influence even beyond the Mississippi. A king or sachem of one or other of the different tribes presided over the whole. The head chief at present was the king of the Piankeshas. At this town Croghan ...
... four tribes, and extending its influence even beyond the Mississippi. A king or sachem of one or other of the different tribes presided over the whole. The head chief at present was the king of the Piankeshas. At this town Croghan ...
Stran
... four miles a day. On the 9th of May they were not further than twenty miles from Wills' Creek, at a place called the Little Meadows. Every day came gloomy accounts from the Ohio; brought chiefly by traders, who, with pack-horses bearing ...
... four miles a day. On the 9th of May they were not further than twenty miles from Wills' Creek, at a place called the Little Meadows. Every day came gloomy accounts from the Ohio; brought chiefly by traders, who, with pack-horses bearing ...
Vsebina
CHAPTER XVI | |
CHAPTER XVII | |
CHAPTER XVIII | |
CHAPTER XIX | |
CHAPTER XX | |
CHAPTER XXI | |
CHAPTER XXII | |
CHAPTER XXIII | |
CHAPTER X | |
CHAPTER XI | |
CHAPTER XII | |
CHAPTER XIII | |
CHAPTER XIV | |
CHAPTER XV | |
CHAPTER XXIV | |
CHAPTER XXV | |
CHAPTER XXVI | |
CHAPTER XXVII | |
CHAPTER XXIX | |
CHAPTER XXX | |
Druge izdaje - Prikaži vse
Pogosti izrazi in povedi
advance aide-de-camp American appointed arms army Arnold arrived artillery attack baggage batteries boats Boston bridge brigade British Burgoyne camp campaign cannon Captain captured Carolina cavalry Colonel colonies command commander-in-chief Congress Cornwallis Creek crossed defence Delaware despatched detachment dragoons encamped enemy enemy's expedition fire flank fleet force Fort Duquesne Fort Mifflin Fort Montgomery Fort Washington French garrison Gates gave Governor Governor Dinwiddie Greene guard Hessians Highlands Hill horse House Hudson hundred Indians infantry Island Jersey Lafayette land letter Logstown Lord Lord Cornwallis Lord Loudoun Lord Rawdon meantime miles military militia morning Mount Vernon night North North Carolina o'clock officers ordered party passed Peekskill Pennsylvania Philadelphia Point President prisoners Putnam quarters rear received reconnoitre redoubt regiment reinforcements retreat river road Schuyler sent ships side Sir Henry Clinton soon South stationed Table of Contents Tarleton thousand Ticonderoga took town troops Virginia Washington wounded York