The Political Writings of George Washington: Volume 2, 1788–1799
Volume II: 1788–1799

This book compiles all of George Washington's enduring political writings, from his young manhood to the end of his life.

George Washington (Author), Carson Holloway (Edited by), Bradford P. Wilson (Edited by)

9781009344043, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 31 August 2023

428 pages
28 x 19 x 2.7 cm, 0.829 kg

The Political Writings of George Washington includes Washington's enduring writings on politics, prudence, and statesmanship in two volumes. It is the only complete collection of his political thought, which historically, has received less attention than the writings of other leading founders such as Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Adams, and Alexander Hamilton. Covering his life of public service—from his young manhood, when he fought in the French and Indian Wars, through his time as commander-in-chief of the revolutionary army; his two terms as America's first president, and his brief periods of retirement, during which he followed and commented on American politics astutely—the volumes also include first-hand accounts of Washington's death and reflections on his legacy by those who knew or reflected deeply on his significance. The result is a more thorough understanding of Washington's political thought and the American founding.

Introduction
Part I. First Presidential Term: 1788-1793
Part 2: Second Presidential Term: 1793-1797
Part 3: Retirement: 1797-1799
Appendix: Washington's Death and Legacy.

Subject Areas: Constitution: government & the state [JPHC]