The War That Made America by Fred Anderson
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The War That Made America by Fred Anderson
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This works in review is 'The War That Made America' by Fred Anderson. The book is a historical look back at the war that occurred between the French and the Indians in 1754. 'The story by Fred Anderson on the war of the French and the Indians' is the author's most recently released book and is the subject for discussion in this case study. The book is a summarized version of the war that took place in the British North America between the Indians (who fought for Britain) and the French. The book is also a shorter version of an earlier book of his; 'Crucible of War'. The war novel tells the story of a conflict that was sparked off almost by accident and later on became one of the most important battles in the history of North America. The book also illustrates very clearly the uncertainty associated with war; nobody can accurately predict the exact outcome of war before it happens. The book explores the themes covered in war and simultaneously provides the reader with accurate information on the history of North America.
Fred Anderson is a famous writer and historian with American origin. He was born in 1949 In North America. He has a Ph.D. in history from the prestigious Harvard University and from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He teaches at the University of Colorado, Boulder as a professor of history. The historian has written five books, all of which are based on historical events and are also written as they occurred. The author specializes in historically accurate events especially wars and battles and not fantasy and adventure tales. He is well established and credible academician and is one of the most conversant people in the field of American history.
In his historical novel, Fred Anderson portrays the image of George Washington as a young man who was solely shaped by the seven year battle where he participated. The author oversimplifies the character of George Washington in the novel as he was significantly influenced by other factors. He was also significantly influenced by the Virginian society which was founded on slavery in America. It is this society that funded and sent George Washington on his initial battle against the French. The novel is a unique and captivating way of learning about the history of America though it offers a...