"George Washington" is a book written by the famous historian and biographer William Roscoe Thayer, which tells about the life and activities of the first US president. In this detailed biography, the author reveals the key moments in the life of George Washington: his role in liberating the colonies from British rule, the first steps on the way to becoming a great power, as well as his contribution to the formation of American democracy. Thanks to a detailed analysis of historical facts and the author's personal view, the reader will get to know George Washington from different angles, and will also have the opportunity to understand the importance of his figure for the development of the United States of America.