Also discovered Rick Atkinson recently. This is my third book by him.
Also discovered Rick Atkinson recently. This is my third book by him.
Finished this, after three months of reading, on this foggy morning. Very detailed and focuses on the military maneuvers and decisions and decision-makers of the Revolutionary War in America. Once the trilogy is complete (only this one, the first, is currently out), it‘ll be a good reference source. Recommend for those who already have an interest in the subject.
@ljuliel asks what‘s our favorite time period(s) for history, whether it‘s non-fiction or fiction. I ❤️ History of all kinds, places, cultures! I go through cycles (that sometimes I return to). My current phase is the American Revolutionary War era (1770-1800). This is one of my current reads. Next year my focus may be very different. Generally I‘m fond of American history & British royalty (any era) & art history.
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“...false eyebrows made from mouse skins...”
Original meaning for eyebrows on fleek?! I love historical trivia minutiae like this. The passage on this page is describing a birthday party for Queen Charlotte, wife of George III.
“I am much hurt”...such an understatement by George III after learning about the Boston Tea Party 😏.
Spending a quiet Friday night by starting this history chunkster, the first in a planned trilogy! 🤓
Reeaally want Litsy to add something between pick and so-so. If you read this you will get facts I am pretty darn sure you didn‘t know about this war. Spoiler: Geo Washington can tell a lie. But it is not the most engaging read. Who am I to say that about a Pulitzer winner? But I did.
Just started reading this. After the Liberation Trilogy, I've been waiting for this. Atkinson is a great and accessible writer of military history.