Founding Brothers

The Revolutionary Generation

This Pulitzer Prize-winning history explores the crucial political relationships and decisions among a small group of influential leaders who shaped the early American republic. Focusing on figures such as George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams, the book analyzes key episodes including the famous duel between Hamilton and Burr and the compromise over the national capital. The narrative highlights how personal rivalries and political disagreements forged the foundational institutions and policies of the United States.

by Joseph J. Ellis

Alfred A. Knopf · First published 2000 · 288 pages