A Virginia cavalier

"A Virginia Cavalier" by Molly Elliot Seawell is a historical story set in late-1700s Virginia. The story looks at the early life of a young George Washington as he comes of age amid Virginia's beautiful landscapes. The book emphasizes the importance of good character, integrity, and the various impacts that mold influential leaders. Readers are introduced to a peaceful, late October Virginia setting in 1746, where George Washington is portrayed as a skilled woodsman, admiring the Earl of Fairfax, whose influence hints at big changes ahead. With stories about family values, personal responsibilities, and expectations, George's path is one that is motivated by honor, commitment, and the need to become the leader he is meant to be.