1776

By: David McCullough

Narrated by: David McCullough

America’s beloved and distinguished historian presents, in a book of breathtaking excitement, drama, and narrative force, the stirring story of the year of our nation’s birth, 1776, interweaving, on both sides of the Atlantic, the actions and decisions that led Great Britain to undertake a war against her rebellious colonial subjects and that placed America’s survival in the hands of George Washington.

In this masterful book, David McCullough tells the intensely human story of those who marched with General George Washington in the year of the Declaration of Independence—when the whole American cause was riding on their success, without which all hope for independence would have been dashed and the noble ideals of the Declaration would have amounted to little more than words on paper.

Based on extensive research in both American and British archives, 1776 is a powerful drama written with extraordinary narrative vitality. It is the story of Americans in the ranks, men of every shape, size, and color; farmers, schoolteachers, shoemakers, no-accounts, and mere boys turned soldiers. And it is the story of the King’s men, the British commander, William Howe, and his highly disciplined redcoats who looked on their rebel foes with contempt and fought with a valor too little known.

Written as a companion work to his celebrated biography of John Adams, David McCullough’s 1776 is another landmark in the literature of American history.

Critic reviews

"This is a narrative tour de force, exhibiting all the hallmarks the author is known for: fascinating subject matter, expert research and detailed, graceful prose. ...Simply put, this is history writing at its best from one of its top practitioners."
-- Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

"A master story-teller's character driven account of a storied year in the American Revolution. A sterling account."
-- Kirkus, Starred Review

"...McCullough brilliantly captures the Spirit of '76 in Washington's miraculous victories at Trenton and Princeton. An altogether marvelous contribution that deserves to be read by every American."
-- Library Journal

Felt like I was there

As a new listener to audio books-I thorougly enjoyed listening to 1776.David McCullough is a wonderful storyteller and writer.Felt like I was there amidst the struggles,battles and the eventual amazing victory of winning Americas' Independence from England. I had not realized how much the odds were against us with Englands mighty military strength. I have gained a new respect for Washington and the others who went before us to fight for and win our freedom against great odds-a lesson for today.
Hard to stop listening when other duties arose-such as work! A must listen!

Grab your Musket!

This book makes you feel like you are at the Siege of Boston and other battles. You end the book feeling like you knew George Washington and served under his command. This book also discribes
the many "lucky" events that happened to help the American Cause. The author does not take one stance over another, but it made me feel like the events where Providence at work!!!!!! You may not feel the same but get this book and decide for yourself! A great history of the the year that made our nation!

Excellent audio interpretation

I enjoyed this audiobook thoroughly. I read the hardcopy first and the audiobook was a better experience in every way.

An Outstanding Book

I listened twice and played some passages over and over. Strongly recommended!

An excellent read.

I'm more of a Civil War history buff, but this rendering of Revolutionary War history had me hooked the entire time I was reading it. The author puts you on location so well, you can almost feel the snow between your toes at Valley Forge, and almost smell the grass and gun fire during battles.

A very easy, educational, and interesting read.