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George Washington

The American Presidents Series: The 1st President, 1789-1797

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George Washington

By: James MacGregor Burns, Susan Dunn, Arthur M. Schlesinger - editor Jr.
Narrated by: Richard Rohan
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Leading scholars define the special contributions and qualifications of our first president
Washington's legacy is a successful experiment in collective leadership, great initiatives in establishing a strong executive branch and the formulation of innovative and lasting economic and foreign policies. Along with highlighting these accomplishments, the authors also trace Washington's later dissatisfaction with public life and the seeds of dissent and political parties that grew from his insistence on consensus. In this compelling and balanced biography, James McGregor Burns and Susan Dunn give us a rich and surprising portrait of the man behind the carefully crafted mythology.

©2004 James MacGregor Burns and Susan Dunn; (P)2004 Audio Renaissance, a division Of Holtzbrinck Publishers, LLC
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Critic reviews

“This excellent series of biographies, each written by an eminent historian, is a rich and rewarding listening experience.” —AudioFile

“A publishing milestone...Schlesinger, a master craftsman, is imposing his high standards on these books. Hail to the chief. It's a wonderful series” —Chicago Sun-Times

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