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Washington Circle: The Creation of the President

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The definitive history of the presidency, from its origins in the Continental Congress to the present day.

Washington Circle is the story of the presidency, from its humble beginnings in the Continental Congress to its current status as the most powerful office in the world. It is a story of men and women who have shaped the course of American history, from George Washington to Abraham Lincoln to Franklin D. Roosevelt to Barack Obama.

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Washington Circle is also the story of the institutions that have shaped the presidency, from the Electoral College to the Supreme Court to the media. It is a story of how the presidency has evolved over time, from a weak and largely ceremonial office to the powerful and influential position it is today.

Washington Circle is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the American presidency and its place in American history. It is a book that will inform, entertain, and inspire.

Praise for Washington Circle

"A magisterial work of scholarship and a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the American presidency." - Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Thomas Jefferson: The Art of Power

"A sweeping and authoritative history of the presidency, from its origins to the present day. Washington Circle is a must-read for anyone interested in American politics." - David McCullough, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of John Adams

"A brilliant and insightful look at the presidency, from its humble beginnings to its current status as the most powerful office in the world. Washington Circle is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand American history." - Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln

About the Author

Michael Beschloss is a leading historian and the author of numerous books on American history, including The Presidents of War, The Conquerors, and Crossing the Threshold. He is a regular contributor to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Time magazine. He lives in Washington, D.C.