To Try Men's Souls
By Newt Gingrich & William R. Forstchen
- Release Date: 2009-10-20
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
After two bestselling series examining the Civil War and WWII, Newt Gingrich and William R. Forstchen have turned their sharp eye for detail on the Revolutionary War with To Try Men's Souls.
The story follows three men with three very different roles to play in history: General George Washington, Thomas Paine, and Jonathan Van Dorn, a private in Washington's army.
The action focuses on one of the most iconic events in American history: Washington crossing the Delaware. Unlike the bold, courageous General in Emanuel Leutze's painting, Washington is full of doubt on the night of December 25, 1776. After five months of defeat, morale is dangerously low. Each morning muster shows that hundreds have deserted in the night.
While Washington prepares his weary troops for the attack on Trenton, Thomas Paine is in Philadelphia, overseeing the printing of his newest pamphlet, The Crisis.
And Jonathan Van Dorn is about to bring the war to his own doorstep. In the heat of battle, he must decide between staying loyal to the cause and sparing his brother who has joined up with the British. Through the thoughts and private fears of these three men, Gingrich and Forstchen illuminate the darkest days of the Revolution. With detailed research and an incredible depth of military insight, To Try Men's Souls is a novel that provides a rare and personal perspective of the men who fought for, and founded the United States of America.
Reviews
Wow. Great book, well written
5By one1melmoIndeed, this should be required reading in our high schools. George Washington was most definitely a man of honor, integrity,and grit, I already knew this. However, I did not realize how much determination, and stamina it took and the odds he overcame to bring those brave troops through that winter at Valley Forge,Breath Taking
5By WoôchinI was reading a book earlier today that was co-authored and I saw the name William R. Forstchen and sense it was a great book I tried a sample of this book and it was filled with tension, bravery, and a Leader who was Risking it all for what was rightEvery child should read.
5By Cow.This book should be required reading in all high schools in order for people to understand the character and strength that make up this country. No we are not perfect but we are the best humanity has to offer.
