Valley Forge

I read this because of going to Valley Forge and meeting General Washington at the winter encampment. He wouldn't shake my hand, insisting a lady should curtsy and a gentleman bow. We did and I was enthralled. It was dark and we walked out to the huts on a path lit by candles. The huts were open with fires going in each one. Yes, it was re-enactors, but I loved the whole experience. This book gives snippets from various lives of characters living through the winter of Valley Forge. Some of it was bizarre but I ended really like the unique method of telling the tale.

I was having a terrible time getting into the story ... until I just relaxed and let it flow. The cadence and language was very distracting at first but soon became comfortable. I am considering rereading it right away to more fully enjoy his workmanship. He is a brilliant writer for sure.

A good read about the darkest days of the revolution for the fledgling Continental Army under Washington. The Courage and fortitude displayed in this work should remind us that there is something worth suffering and dying for. Freedom.