Want to know what a soldier's life was like in 1776? This is the book for you! Extensively researched, extremely well-written (narrative style), easy-to-read. It's history from the troopers---American and British---point of view. As well, it is an intensely personal look at the leaders of the American Revolution, including George Washington and his commanders, as well as British political and military leaders. Great reading; very absorbing!