N. Yakovlev's book about George Washington, published back in 1973, remains to this day the only detailed biography of the great American published in Russian. When undertaking its republication, the publishing house proceeded primarily from this circumstance. However, this book, written by a famous specialist in US history, is addressed to a wide range of readers. Easy language, an abundance of interesting facts, the author’s great erudition, his undoubted literary talent - all this will make a “date with Washington” pleasant and educational for anyone who picks up this book.