The Idea of America: Reflections on the Birth of the United States

The Idea of America by Gordon S.

Wood is a groundbreaking book that delves into the birth of American nationhood and the revolution that shaped it.

As one of the most significant events in our history, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of why the American Revolution remains so essential to who we are today.

With elegant and illuminating essays, Wood explores the ideological origins of the revolution, from ancient Rome to the European Enlightenment, and how the founders attempted to forge an American democracy.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the true nature of American identity and its ongoing impact on our global influence.