Mary Higgins Clark’s book dispels the myth that George Washington’s true love was Sally Carey Fairfax, instead portraying his marriage to Martha Dandridge Custis as one filled with tenderness and passion.
Dear George, Dear Mary delves into George Washington’s relationship with his first love, Mary Eliza Philipse, using never-before-published historical details.
Crafted from centuries-old letters, witness accounts, and journal entries, the novel paints dramatic portraits of Washington and Mary.
My Name is Ona Judge tells the parallel stories of Ona Judge, a maid enslaved by George and Martha Washington who escaped to freedom in 1796, and Tessa Scott, a modern-day surveyor facing her own personal challenges.
The story follows General George Washington, Thomas Paine, and Jonathan Van Dorn, a private in Washington’s army, during the iconic event of Washington crossing the Delaware on December 25, 1776.
My Dear Hamilton tells the story of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, the wife of Alexander Hamilton.
Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution and the early years of the United States, the novel explores Eliza’s life and her relationships with key historical figures, including her husband’s close association with General George Washington.
Former history professor John Curry is recruited by a time travel company to witness the inauguration of the first U.S. president, only to find himself in a 1789 where the United States doesn’t exist.
Stranded in the British colony of New York, John discovers that George Washington died 30 years earlier, preventing the American Revolution’s success.
To return home, John must travel further back in time to save Washington’s life, uncovering a centuries-old Freemason secret and realising history isn’t as fixed as he believed.
The Trial and Execution of the Traitor George Washington
In Charles Rosenberg’s novel, British agent Jeremiah Black is sent to kidnap George Washington during the American Revolution, successfully transporting him to London aboard the HMS Peregrine.
Imprisoned in the Tower of London and facing trial for high treason, Washington insists on being defended by American-born barrister Abraham Hobhouse.
Initially expecting a quick resolution, Hobhouse soon finds himself in a desperate battle to save Washington from execution as political and military tensions rise.
In his comprehensive biography, Ron Chernow presents a multifaceted portrait of George Washington, debunking the notion of him as a stoic figure.
Through extensive research, Chernow reveals Washington as a dynamic and passionate individual, challenging stereotypes and bringing depth to his character.
Joseph J. Ellis offers a penetrating exploration of George Washington, revealing a figure far more complex than his stoic image suggests.
Ellis delves into Washington’s impetuous youth, his resentment of imperial power fueled by financial struggles, and his leadership characterised by both military setbacks and political pragmatism.
Through meticulous scholarship and lyrical prose, Ellis paints a vivid portrait of Washington, indispensable for understanding both the man and the nation he shaped.
Mr. President offers a fresh perspective on the birth of American government, focusing on George Washington’s presidency during a tumultuous era of crisis.
Despite the Constitution granting limited authority to the president, Washington strategically expanded his powers through bold and often unconstitutional maneuvers.
Drawing on rare documents and letters, Unger illustrates how Washington navigated riots, rebellion, and foreign threats.
