[.ca] The Glorious Cause (ISBN 0375432450)

the second is as good as the first:
The Glorious Cause is the second part of Jeff Shaara's novel of the American Revolution. This novel covers the period from the Declaration of Independence through the final victory at at Yorktown. Like all of his historical novels, Shaara give one strong insights into the leading figures of the Revolution, whether it be Washington, Lafayette, Clinton or Cornwallis. The writing brings muscle and bones to each person, bringing history to life. All history should be viewed this way. I reccomend this book to any one, especially those that are history buffs and even those who want to rekindle their knowledge and love for history. Again, I would use this book to help teach history.It is well researched and full of insight to our rise as a nation.

Too long of a time period:
The book was very well written however it covered to long of a time period that is why I am not giving it 5 stars. The story was very compelling though. This series (including Rise to Rebellion)could have easily been 3 books instead of 2. The story could have benefitted from having more of adams, frankilin etc... in it and less of the time gaps. However I highly reccomend this book to anyone who likes historical fiction.

Shaara provides a, powerful story of the Revolution A+A+A+:
The Glorious Cause is the continuation of Jeff Shaara's Revolutionary War douology. The Revolution had just begun at the end of his previous work Rise to Rebellion and now the fighting becomes fierce. Shaara again follows the perspectives of some of histories greatest people: Benjamin Franklin, working hard for the cause in France, Nathaniel Green, a Quaker turned general fighting the British, Lord Cornwallis, a brilliant British strategist who escapes the war only to turn back to it after tragedy strikes & George Washington the rock of the Revolution a man who must lead a rabble of bickering colonies through defeat to become one nation. It's a powerful story filled with great characterizations and just excellent story telling. Washington's struggles are heart-wrenching, while Franklin's battles in the diplomatic field are just as fierce as any fought with cannon. Also impressive is Shaara's take on Cornwallis. In America, there is a tendency to look on Cornwallis as a bit of a fool for losing to the combined American-French Armies, but he was the best British general in the war. His strenghth of character clearly comes through here. I also liked the fact that Shaara disproves the popular battle of Cowpens scene from Mel Gibson's movie The Patriot. Cornwallis never took part in Cowpens and he probably wouldn't have been beaten in the same way. Also interesting was his age which was under 45. Most portray him as at least 50+. I think the The Glorious Cause is Shaara's best novel to date. His writing skills have truly evolved and he is fast becoming a master of historical fiction.

America, may we never forget!:
Mr Schaara has written an outstanding book about America's struggle for freedom that should be required reading for all schoolchildren in the United States of America. We forget how much was paid for in blood, sweat, and tears for the nation to be born and how close we were to losing the War of Independance for six, long, hard years. Mr Schaara does an excellent job of describing the hardships, disappointments, and the determination of George Washington and those other great men who really did pledge "the lives and their sacred honor" for defeat of the British (and Hessians) for the birth of a nation. I strongly recommend this book for every American and everyone that wants to understand the courage and sacrifice that was necessary for this "punk" nation to come about against the most powerful world power at the time an win. God was truly on our side during those dark days and we can understand why our dollar bill says "In God We Trust" and why the Continental Congress prayed for three hours when they first met. Too bad no one wants to pray anymore.

Amazing historically accurate page turner:
I have read four Shaara books and they just keep getting better. This book is even better than the great first novel Shaara wrote. I am 14 years old and think that these historic fiction books help me learn more than many history books because they are so interesting. It is cool to read what General Washington or Lafayette might have been thinking. You also learn about the personal side of the many heroes of the Revolution. I would strongly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys American history and how it's foundations were established.