Early Life and Military Career

Political Beginnings and Inauguration as President

Leading a New Nation

Turbulence at the Frontier and Crisis Management

Retirement, Personal Achievements and Reflections

Legacy and Death

Washington: A Life is a comprehensive biography of America's first president, George Washington. This Pulitzer Prize-winning work depicts Washington's life in intimate detail, portraying his leadership in the military, his presidency, and his personal life. The author, Ron Chernow, provides fresh insights into this pivotal figure in American history.