DISTINGUISHED AS AN ILLUSTRATED EDITION WITH A NEW FOREWORD, DETAILED AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY, HISTORICAL FORMATTING, AND CAREFULLY RESTORED TEXT FOR MODERN READERS.

One of the most controversial figures in American history comes vividly to life in this richly illustrated edition of Life and Treason of Benedict Arnold by renowned historian Jared Sparks.

Hero, patriot, soldier, and ultimately traitor — Benedict Arnold remains among the most fascinating personalities of the Revolutionary War. Before his infamous betrayal at West Point shocked the young United States, Arnold was celebrated as one of George Washington’s bravest and most gifted military commanders. His daring campaigns, battlefield courage, and relentless ambition helped shape the struggle for American independence.

Yet ambition, resentment, political conflict, wounded pride, and secret negotiations with the British Crown transformed Arnold into a symbol of treason whose name became permanently associated with betrayal itself.

In this compelling historical biography, Jared Sparks carefully traces Arnold’s life from his early years through his military triumphs, personal frustrations, clandestine dealings, and ultimate defection to the British during the Revolutionary War. Drawing upon early historical records and correspondence, Sparks presents both the achievements and moral collapse of a man whose legacy still provokes debate centuries later.

This special illustrated edition has been prepared for modern readers with enhanced formatting and expanded introductory materials, making it ideal for historians, students, and readers of Revolutionary War history.

This Edition Features
Fully illustrated historical edition
Brand-new exclusive foreword
Extended biography of author Jared Sparks
Professionally formatted for Apple Books
Linked table of contents
Restored and carefully edited classic text
Optimized typography for digital reading
Historical atmosphere and contextual presentation
Ideal for fans of Revolutionary War biographies and American history
Perfect For Readers Interested In
The American Revolution
George Washington and Revolutionary leaders
Military betrayal and espionage
Early American political history
Historical biographies
Colonial America
West Point history
Founding era conflicts
British-American relations during the Revolution

A gripping portrait of ambition, loyalty, war, and betrayal, this illustrated edition preserves one of the most enduring biographies of Benedict Arnold for a new generation of readers.