Washingtonian

Biographer Ron Chernow has risen to prominence due to his entertaining, all encompassing exploration of historical figures like John D. Rockefeller and Alexander Hamilton, both of which racked up book prizes and year-end 'best of' spots. His most recent book, Washington: A Life is billed as the first definitive cradle-to-grave...

By Drew Spears

November 18, 2010

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Biographer Ron Chernow has risen to prominence due to his entertaining, all encompassing exploration of historical figures like John D. Rockefeller and Alexander Hamilton, both of which racked up book prizes and year-end 'best of' spots. His most recent book, Washington: A Life is billed as the first definitive cradle-to-grave biography of America's first president.
Sun., Nov. 21, 11:30 a.m., 2010

Drew Spears

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