History

“Thom Hatch has assumed a cheerleading mantle on behalf of someone who has been castigated many times for his actions . . .”

“. . . a well-written piece of investigative journalism that asks some deeply troubling questions . . .”

In the 21st century we face a digital world where almost every aspect of our lives is recorded.

“. . . for those interested in the Cold War, intelligence history, and British decolonization, the book proves indispensible.”

“. . . an entertaining account that strings together fascinating factoids into a tapestry of urban history and cultural anthropology.”

“. . . a highly readable volume . . .”

“. . . a perfect summation of the last few centuries using stamps as the guideposts.”

“. . . a book that conflates the emotional reactions elicited by the imagery with the thoughtfulness of well-written history.”

“. . . assured and compelling. . . . fascinating and perceptive . . .”

Simon Winchester faced a daunting task when deciding how to conceptualize and write about the history of the many different individuals who contributed to the “uniting” of America.

The notion that a war could be fought without casualties was shattered in the spring of 1861 before the first battle of Bull Run.

“. . . eloquent, gritty, and incisive . . .”