Michael Hill

About The Author

Michael Hill is an independent historical researcher who worked with David McCullough for over thirty years. He is also the author of three previous books, including a biography of Elihu Washburne. He served as a historical consultant for the HBO production of David McCullough’s John Adams.

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Books by Michael Hill

History Matters

By David McCullough

Contributions by Dorie McCullough Lawson and Michael Hill / Foreword by Jon Meacham

In this posthumous collection of thought-provoking essays—many published here for the first time—Pulitzer Prize–winning historian and bestselling author David McCullough affirms the value of history, how we can be guided by its lessons, and the enduring legacy of American ideals.

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Elihu Washburne

The Diary and Letters of America's Minister to France During the Siege and Commune of Paris

By Michael Hill

Foreword by David McCullough

The inspiring, little-known diary and letters of American diplomat Elihu Washburne, who gallantly provided vital support to his countrymen and other nationals during the brutal Siege of Paris and Paris Commune.

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