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A History of the American Revolution

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Da Capo Press, Aug 1, 1989 - History - 541 pages
The history of the American rebellion against England, written by one of America’s preeminent eighteenth-century historians, differs from many views of the Revolution. It is not colored by excessive worship of the Founding Fathers but, instead, permeated by sympathy for all those involved in the conflict. Alden has taken advantage of recent scholarship that has altered opinions about George III and Lord North. But most of all this is a balanced history—political, military, social, constitutional—of the thirteen colonies from the French and Indian War in 1763 to Washington’s inauguration in 1789. Whether dealing with legendary figures like Adams and Jefferson or lesser-known aspects of a much picked-over subject, Alden writes with insights and broad eloquence.

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User Review  - Christopher - Goodreads

This is a very good and very readable one-volume history of the American Revolution from the years 1763 to 1789 (and a little beyond). Despite the fact that this book was first published nearly 40 ... Read full review

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User Review  - Fred - Goodreads

This is a superb work of military history. It's a daunting book to be sure at near 600 pages, but well worth the read. Alden is one of the only historians that I have come across who does not paint ... Read full review

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About the author (1989)

John R. Alden was Professor of History at Duke University for many years. The author of several books, including the South in the Revolution and a biography of Washington, he lives in Florida.

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