David mccullough bio

David Gaub McCullough (/ məˈkʌlə / mə-KUL-ə; July 7, – August 7, ) was an American popular historian and author. He was a two-time winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award. David McCullough, American historian whose exhaustively researched biographies were both popular and praised by critics. His notable works included Truman (), John Adams (), (), and The Pioneers (). Learn more about McCullough’s life and career. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
His biography of Harry Truman won him a Pulitzer, as did his most recent biography of another president, John Adams. David McCullough throws himself into the research of his subjects, tracing the roads they traveled, reading the books they read, and seeing the homes they lived in.