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An Imperfect God: George Washington, His Slaves, And The Creation Of America-new,New
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A Major New Biography Of Washington, And The First To Explore His Engagement With American Slaverywhen George Washington Wrote His Will, He Made The Startling Decision To Set His Slaves Free; Earlier He Had Said That Holding Slaves Was His 'Only Unavoidable Subject Of Regret.' In This Groundbreaking Work, Henry Wiencek Explores The Founding Fathers Engagement With Slavery At Every Stage Of His Lifeas A Virginia Planter, Soldier, Politician, President And Statesman.Washington Was Born And Raised Among Blacks And Mixedrace People; He And His Wife Had Blood Ties To The Slave Community. Yet As A Young Man He Bought And Sold Slaves Without Scruple, Even Raffled Off Children To Collect Debts (An Incident Ignored By Earlier Biographers). Then, On The Revolutionary Battlefields Where He Commanded Both Black And White Troops, Washingtons Attitudes Began To Change. He And The Other Framers Enshrined Slavery In The Constitution, But, Wiencek Shows, Even Before He Became President Washington Had Begun To See The Systems Evil.Wienceks Revelatory Narrative, Based On A Meticulous Examination Of Private Papers, Court Records, And The Voluminous Washington Archives, Documents For The First Time The Moral Transformation Culminating In Washingtons Determination To Emancipate His Slaves. He Acted Too Late To Keep The New Republic From Perpetuating Slavery, But His Repentance Was Genuine. And It Was Perhaps Related To The Possibilityas The Oral History Of Mount Vernons Slave Descendants Has Long Assertedthat A Slave Named West Ford Was The Son Of George And A Woman Named Venus; Wiencek Has New Evidence That This Could Indeed Have Been True.George Washingtons Heroic Stature As Father Of Our Country Is Not Diminished In This Superb, Nuanced Portrait: Now We See Washington In Full As A Man Of His Time And Ahead Of His Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'An Imperfect God'? A: The main theme of 'An Imperfect God' is George Washington's complex relationship with slavery throughout his life, exploring how his views evolved from a slave owner to someone who ultimately sought to free his slaves.
- Q: Who is the author of 'An Imperfect God'? A: The author of 'An Imperfect God' is Henry Wiencek, who provides a detailed examination of Washington's life and moral evolution regarding slavery.
- Q: How many pages does 'An Imperfect God' have? A: 'An Imperfect God' has a total of 416 pages, offering an in-depth biography of George Washington.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'An Imperfect God' is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: When was 'An Imperfect God' published? A: 'An Imperfect God' was published on November 15, 2003, marking it as a significant work in the field of American history.
- Q: What is the item condition of 'An Imperfect God'? A: 'An Imperfect God' is listed as 'New', ensuring that buyers receive a pristine copy of the book.
- Q: Does 'An Imperfect God' include any illustrations or photographs? A: The book focuses primarily on text and historical analysis; it does not emphasize illustrations or photographs.
- Q: Is 'An Imperfect God' suitable for academic study? A: 'An Imperfect God' is well-researched and includes extensive references, making it suitable for academic study in American history and biography.
- Q: What notable features are highlighted in 'An Imperfect God'? A: Notable features include an exploration of Washington's engagement with slavery, insights into his moral transformation, and a unique perspective on his legacy.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'An Imperfect God' is available in its First Edition, providing readers with the original insights of the author.