Washington's Crossing

A great non-fiction book about American history is by, the Pulitzer Prize winner in history, author David Hackett Fischer entitled, Washington's Crossing, which is about the American Revolution. In his book Fischer discusses General Washington's dilemmas, military strategies, and successes throughout the American Revolution. There is also information about how the Founding Fathers realized what worked in the future American constitution.

In general, America's first president, George Washington, has always been revered in artist's portraits and renditions of him, including literature this book shows how he rose to power. Fischer's work has detailed information about the Hessians, British, and Americans and the obstacles they each faced, too.

This book is well written and could be appreciated by a layman audience. If you want to read an accurate detailed account about the American Revolution you must check out Washington's Crossing by David Hackett Fischer.