BRITISH ARE COMING

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Rick Atkinson, acclaimed author of Pulitzer Prize-winning works on World War II, shifts his focus to a new conflict in the first volume of the Revolution Trilogy. He chronicles the first twenty months of the American struggle for independence from King George, beginning with the battles at Lexington and Concord in spring 1775 and culminating in the confrontations at Trenton and Princeton in winter 1777. The Continental Army, a diverse and determined group, faces the formidable British forces and gradually discovers the resolve to prevail. This gripping narrative features remarkable figures such as Henry Knox, a former bookseller adept in artillery; Nathaniel Greene, who rises to become a key battle leader; Benjamin Franklin, the nation's foremost diplomat; and George Washington, who learns the complexities of leadership in the chaos of war. The British perspective enriches the story, providing a compelling view of the conflict between redcoats and rebels. With fresh insights and untold stories, the narrative breathes new life into the early chapters of America's founding saga, portraying a tale of heroism, sacrifice, and the harsh realities of war, where the only outcomes are death or victory.