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Book SynopsisThe untold story of the fight for the Hudson River Valley, control of which, both the Americans and the British firmly believed, would determine the outcome of the Revolutionary War.
Trade Review"In this fresh, vivid, and often surprising telling of the Revolutionary War, George Daughan explores the timeless theme of hubris and the critical role of geography in the making of American independence. A commanding, compelling performance by an inspired historian." -- Evan Thomas, author of John Paul Jones and Being Nixon
"George C. Daughan’s narrative is by turns suspenseful, elegant, and moving. He entwines lucid analysis of politics and diplomacy with expertly rendered accounts of the military and naval campaigns." -- Ian W. Toll, best-selling author of Six Frigates
"[A]n exacting account of the personal and national cost of the rebellion on both sides." -- Paula Uruburu - New York Times Book Review
"[Daughan] deftly highlights how naval power shaped even war on land." -- William Anthony Hay - Wall Street Journal
"In this sharply drawn narrative, Daughan offers something truly valuable: a focus on the grand scale." -- Noah Benjamin-Pollack - National Book Review
"[An] enlightening combination of military and regional history." -- Mark Levine - Booklist
