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Joseph J. Ellis

American Creation

Joseph J. EllisNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

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Joseph J. Ellis

American Creation

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th Century

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

American Creation by Joseph Ellis examines the key events from 1775 to 1803 that shaped the United States, focusing on the successes and failures of the nation's founders. It covers the push for independence, the trials at Valley Forge, the drafting of the Constitution, the rise of political parties, and the Louisiana Purchase. The book highlights pivotal moments and figures in the formation of America and addresses complex issues like slavery and Native American rights.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Challenging

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.2

10,995 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Joseph J. Ellis's American Creation offers a nuanced exploration of the founding of the United States, drawing both praise and criticism. Reviewers commend Ellis for his detailed narrative and engaging prose, yet some find his interpretation occasionally lacking depth and overly focused on certain founders. Overall, it is seen as a compelling but sometimes uneven portrait of American genesis.

Who should read this

Who Should Read American Creation?

Readers intrigued by the founding of the United States and the complex dynamics among its key figures will enjoy American Creation by Joseph J. Ellis. The book appeals to fans of David McCullough’s 1776 and Ron Chernow’s Alexander Hamilton, offering a nuanced examination of the nation's formative years.

4.2

10,995 ratings

72%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 18th Century

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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