George Washington: Farmer

Delve into the lesser‑known side of a legendary figure, where his passion for the land rivals his famed public deeds. The narrative follows a seasoned Virginia gentleman as he writes to a leading English agronomist, revealing his genuine delight in tilling soil, experimenting with crops, and shaping a sustainable estate. Through his letters, journals, and meticulous records, listeners discover a man who saw farming not merely as a livelihood but as a moral and intellectual pursuit.

The book paints vivid pictures of Mount Vernon’s fields, barns, gardens, and the intricate systems he devised to conserve soil and improve yields. It also introduces the people who tended the land—overseers, enslaved workers, and family members—offering a nuanced view of early American agriculture. Richly illustrated and anchored in authentic documents, this portrait invites you to hear the quiet, determined voice of a farmer who helped lay the groundwork for the nation’s future.