Early American Colonial and Founding history
Explore early American history with essential books like Nathaniel Philbrick’s *Mayflower*, David McCullough’s *John Adams*, and *Washington’s Crossing*—a curated reading list on colonial and founding-era stories, leaders, and pivotal moments.
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John Adams
by David McCullough
Profiles John Adams, an influential patriot during the American Revolution who became the nation's first vice president and second president.
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Mayflower
by Nathaniel Philbrick
A history of the Pilgrim settlement of New England discusses such topics as the diseases of European origin suffered by the Wampanoag tribe, the relationship between the Pilgrims and their Native American neighbors, and the impact of King Philip's War.
