Joseph John Ellis is an American historian and professor whose work focuses on the lives and times of the founders of the United States of America. He has won the Pulitzer prize for History - Wikipedia
American Creation
American Creation
Synopsis
Joseph J. Ellis examines the foundational moments of the United States, from the Revolutionary War to the Louisiana Purchase. He explores the evolving philosophies and alliances of iconic leaders like Washington, Jefferson, and Adams, arguing that the American Revolution was a gradual evolution. Ellis also critically assesses the founders' shortcomings, particularly their failure to address slavery and Native American relations, revealing a complex era of both brilliance and blindness.
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George WashingtonProtagonist
Commander of the Continental Army and first U.S. president, portrayed as a man of immense personal discipline who struggled with his own temper and vanity.
James MadisonSupporting
Alexander HamiltonSupporting
John AdamsSupporting
Thomas JeffersonSupporting
Principal author of the Declaration of Independence; later president, whose intellectual brilliance was tempered by a lifelong failure to curb his gambling addiction.
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Edition
American CreationHardcover, Octo
304 pages
Alfred A. KnopfLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97803072636985 editions available
