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In recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary (July 4), here are a few of my favorite books (fiction and nonfiction) set during America’s early years.

Celebrating America’s 250th

America 250 (patriotic graphic)
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I’m linking up today with That Artsy Reader Girl for Top Ten Tuesday and straying from the assigned prompt.

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(In no particular order)

My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie

My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie (cover)

Fascinating biographical historical fiction about Eliza Hamilton.

Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow

(also Washington: A Life and Grant)

Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow (cover) Image: a portrait of Hamilton

Nonfiction. Have you watched Hamilton: the Musical?

America’s First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie

America's First Daughter by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie (cover)

Interesting biographical historical fiction about the daughter of Thomas Jefferson.

A Founding Mother: A Novel of Abigail Adams by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie

A Founding Mother by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie

Historical Fiction. Abigail Adams is a fascinating woman who was ahead of her time!

And There was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle by Jon Meacham

And There Was Light by Jon Meacham (cover) Image: text over a partial image of Abraham Lincoln

Nonfiction. I appreciate the deep dive into the ethical and moral dilemmas Lincoln faced regarding slavery.

Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard

Destiny of the Republic by Candice Mallard (cover)

Nonfiction. Page-turning true account of the assassination of James Garfield.

Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray

Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray (cover) Image: a woman in a blue coat and hat walks toward the Capitol Building in the distance

Historical Fiction. Intriguing story of Francis Perkins, first female Secretary of Labor (under Franklin D. Roosevelt)

The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray

The First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray (cover) Image: a white and black woman walk arm in arm across a lawn under cherry blossoms toward the Washington monument

Historical Fiction. The extraordinary friendship of Eleanor Roosevelt and Mary McCleod Bethune.

Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin (cover) Image: Lincoln and a group of politicians at a meeting

Nonfiction: For all Abraham Lincoln enthusiasts.

Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin

Nonfiction. Fascinating study of four influential presidents.

QOTD:

Do you love to read books about the early history of the United States of America?

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22 comments

  7. One of the male TTT bloggers talks a lot about American history in his posts. I think his name is Stephen? You might like his posts if you haven’t seen them already.

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  9. Great list. I already have several of them on Mt. TBR. Most of them, thanks to your recommendations! Blogger friends are the best sources!

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