What inspired A.J. Langguth to focus on the personal stories of revolutionary leaders?
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What inspired A.J. Langguth to focus on the personal stories of revolutionary leaders?
Did anyone else feel like some of the revolutionary figures were portrayed more heroically than they might have been?
How did the author decide which figures to include and which to leave out?