In the months after her husband's death, Martha Washington told several friends that the two worst days of her life were the day George died -- and the day Thomas Jefferson came to Mount Vernon to offer...

All school children know the story of the fatal duel between Hamilton and Burr - but do they really? In this remarkable retelling, Thomas Fleming takes the reader into the post-revolutionary world of...

A sweeping and insightful grand strategic overview of the American Revolution, highlighting Washington's role in orchestrating victory and creating the US Army Led by the Continental Congress, the Americans...

By the time John Brown hung from the gallows for his crimes at Harper's Ferry, Northern abolitionists had made him a “holy martyr” in their campaign against Southern slave owners. This Northern hatred...

Acclaimed historian Thomas Fleming brings to life the flawed and troubled FDR who struggled to manage WWII. Starting with the leak to the press of Roosevelt's famous Rainbow Plan, then spiraling back...

The political history of the American experience in World War I is a story of conflict and bungled intentions that begins in an era dedicated to progressive social reform and ends in the Red Scare and...

In 'Hints to Young Yacht Skippers' by Thomas Fleming Day, readers are provided with a comprehensive guide on navigating the world of yachting. This practical manual offers invaluable advice on everything...

Thomas Fleming Day's 'Songs of Sea and Sail' is a collection of maritime poems that beautifully capture the essence of the sea and the adventures of sailors. Through vivid imagery and powerful language,...

Thomas Fleming Day's 'On Yacht Sailing' serves as a comprehensive guide to the art of sailing, focusing on the skills and techniques needed to navigate the open waters. Written in a clear and engaging...

In 'On Yacht Sailing' by Thomas Fleming Day, readers are taken on a detailed exploration of the art and science of sailing. The book delves into various aspects of yacht sailing, from the technicalities...

Thomas Fleming Day's 'Hints to Young Yacht Skippers' is a comprehensive guide that serves as a valuable resource for novice sailors looking to navigate the waters with confidence. Written in a concise...

In the heart of the 19th century, the world was a vast and mysterious place, and the sea was its untamed frontier. "Songs of Sea and Sail" is a captivating collection of seafaring tales that transports...