The Pioneers - The Heroic Story of the Settlers by David McCullough

The Pioneers by David McCullough is the courageous story of the settling of the Northwest Territory—and the birth of Ohio.
 
Pulitzer Prize–winning historian David McCullough brings to life the remarkable settlers who founded Marietta, Ohio, and helped shape the ideals of education, civil liberties, and orderly expansion in early America.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
Rich, narrative-driven American history
Meticulously researched yet highly readable
Focuses on real families and personal courage
Highlights the ideals that shaped early U.S. expansion
🌟 Perfect For
Readers of early American history
Fans of biography-infused historical storytelling
Those interested in westward expansion
Gift buyers seeking a beautifully written hardcover history
 
In The Pioneers, David McCullough tells the inspiring story of the settlement of the Northwest Territory following the American Revolution. Centered on the founding of Marietta, Ohio, this narrative follows determined men and women who ventured into the wilderness not merely in search of land, but with a vision for a society rooted in education, civic responsibility, and freedom from slavery.
 
Through letters, diaries, and firsthand accounts, McCullough paints a vivid portrait of hardship, hope, and resilience. The settlers faced floods, disease, frontier dangers, and political uncertainty—yet their ideals helped lay the groundwork for the growth of the American Midwest. This is sweeping history told through personal stories, making it both intimate and epic.