Product DescriptionSince its publication, this deeply researched and fascinating biography from Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough has become a phenomenon. It surged to #1 on the New York Times nonfiction best-seller list and has collected rave reviews across the board. His presidency falling between Washington and Jefferson, John Adams has often been overlooked. But McCullough paints a fresh portrait that shows Adams as a brilliant, compassionate man who was absolutely integral to the realization of independence. Readers will also learn engrossing details of Adams personal life through the numerous letters between him and his wife that survive to this day. Through the eloquent words of a two-time National Book Award winner, the second president emerges as one of the most fervent patriots and fascinating men in American history. Narrator Nelson Runger, particularly acclaimed for his work with nonfiction, delivers a moving reading of this epic biography that has become an instant classic.
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Rating: - Outstanding Read
This is the type of book that destroys the belief that history is mostly boring. McCullough has a gift for making history real. Best book of any type I've read in a while.
Rating: - David McCullough amazes me again
I've read two other biographies by the same Pulitzer-prize-winning author, and his ability to turn correspondence and historical documents into living narratives still astounds me. John Adams was one of the Founding Fathers, and the issues he wrestled with are still important in American life today. Highly recommended.
Rating: - Outstanding!
I can't tell if this is about the guy who screwed George Washington out of a job or that guy who doesn't like to drink Merlot.
Rating: - Illuminating
I'll be honest: prior to reading this book I knew precious little about John Adams. I assumed he was very much the "obnoxious and disliked" man portrayed in the musical 1776 who had the unfortunate task of following up George Washington as President. Yet having read David McCullough's book my viewpoint has changed thanks to this well written book.
With John Adams author David McCullough has brought one of the most overlooked founding fathers back to life. McCullough's book reads not ... Read More
Rating: - We were fortunate to have him
A wonderful book. I feel I am there in Massachusetts with John & Abigail Adams, & know them both as friends. Historically thorough and complete, it should be required reading in American schools. I loved it!
- Outstanding Read
