Now available for pre-order at Amazon, Jim Stempel's latest nonfiction work on the American Revolution: Valley Forge to Monmouth: Six Transformative Months of the American Revolution. Available October 8, 2020.
From December 1777 through June 1778, the American Revolution achieved a remarkable turnaround. Rarely presented as a standalone narrative, this six-month period saw the Continental Army recover from abject demoralization at Valley Forge to achieve a stunning victory against the British at Monmouth Courthouse. This compelling history chronicles the pivotal moment of the Revolution--from the consequential leadership of General Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette to the experiences of the men who marched and fought in the ranks--and reexamines one of the most controversial periods of early American history.
"With superb research and supportive analysis, Jim Stempel has crafted another stellar work, often delving far deeper into events than previous historical accounts. He intricately weaves the Continental Army's struggles at Valley Forge, the momentous clash at Monmouth between American and British forces, and lastly the epic controversy between Charles Lee and George Washington into a compelling narrative, bound to entertain anyone with an interest in history. His logical, systematic dismantling of Charles Lee's command performance at Monmouth is devastating. Highly recommended." --James Holden-Rhodes, veteran U.S. Recon-Marine combat officer, PhD, and expert in Intelligence Operations. He has lectured at the CIA and NSA while also teaching at various universities. He is the author of Smart and Faithful Force.
