1776- David McCullough (1 Viewer)

[REVWARBUFF]

I've been reading through the posts in this thread and thought I would add something. I believe part of the original question was asking for some other good books on the AWI in addition to 1776 by McCullough. I personally can attest to books by John Ferling. He is a professor emeritus at the University of W Georgia and he has a real passion for the Rev war. He has written a book called A Leap in the Dark (2003) that is a great read on the AWI. He also has authored a book called Setting the World Ablaze: the Life of Washington, Adams & Jefferson (2002), which is another favorite of mine. This book doesn't go too deep into the intracacies of the war, but it does a good job of the movement behind the war and what lead up to it.

I highly recommend Mr. Ferling's books and I hope this will help shed more light on your search for some good AWI books.

 

[King's Man]

John Ferking has just released a new book, Almost a Miracle: Tha American Victory in the War of Independence. His earlier book, A Leap in the Dark, tell the political side of the war while his new book tells the miliatry side of it.

I haven't had a chance to read it yet, however it looks interesting.

King's Man

 

[REVWARBUFF]

John Ferking has just released a new book, Almost a Miracle: Tha American Victory in the War of Independence. His earlier book, A Leap in the Dark, tell the political side of the war while his new book tells the miliatry side of it.

I haven't had a chance to read it yet, however it looks interesting.

King's Man

Thanks for the info King's Man!!! I will definitely check out his latest book.

 

[Mignot]

Everyone,

I will just say quickly that I know John professionally, and I have always been blown away by his generosity of spirit. In a field where senior faculty are often cold and standoffish, he is most encouraging and friendly. Naturally, his books are quite excellent as well. Now, if only I could convince UWGA to hire another Early American historian to fill the gap since his retirement...

Cheers mates,

Cole

 

[Currahee Chris]

I've been reading through the posts in this thread and thought I would add something.
I highly recommend Mr. Ferling's books and I hope this will help shed more light on your search for some good AWI books.

That's correct my friend. That was my intention and we have had a great discussion since then. My sincerest thanks to everyone for their insights and recommendations.

STANDS ALONE!!
CC

 

[Combat]

I came across this book which looks promising:

http://search.barnesandnoble.com/booksearch/isbninquiry.asp?z=y&cds2Pid=164&isbn=006073261X

 

[Currahee Chris]

Thanks for the link- it sounds like something I will pick up as well- though the critics reviews were somewhat mixed.