George Washington: America's Founding Father's Political Ascendancy

A captivating and illuminating account of how George Washington turned the only most dominant power within the creation of america of America, from award-winning writer David O. Stewart

“An impressive biography… [ George Washington ] has a story drive such a life deserves.”— The Wall Road Journal

Washington's transformation from a young man with a ruined military career to the revered commander in chief of the Continental Army and the first president of the United States is one of history's most remarkable self-reinventions. How did Washington, a key founding father of America, rise to such prominence from his humble beginnings as the third son of a Virginia planter?

In this remarkable new portrait, acclaimed historian David O. Stewart delves into the political education that shaped Washington into a master politician and America's foremost leader. From his early days in Virginia's House of Burgesses, where he honed the skills of a seasoned politician, to his role as a justice of the Fairfax County Court overseeing local governance, Washington's journey led him to the Second Continental Congress and ultimately to his pivotal command during the American Revolution. Through navigating these diverse experiences, Washington not only mastered the art of governance and service but also earned trust and forged connections. The leadership lessons he learned along the way proved invaluable as he worked tirelessly to unite the fledgling nation in its formative years.