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For fifteen years between 1760 and 1775, before a drop of blood was shed at Lexington and Concord, ideas were the weapons with which Americans and Englishmen waged a revolution. Words of protest did not become deeds of resistance until both sides came to realize that only force would decide the issues that divided the empire.How did the social, political, and intellectual developments of the colonial period precipitate a shocking revolution by the American colonists against Great Britain? What was the British view of the situation in America? Who were the people involved (both Whigs and Tories) in the American colonies and in England? What were the issues that were brewing below the surface that made it possible for a ragged band of patriots to defeat the strongest army in the world? Was the ultimate separation of the American colonies from England inevitable, or could it have been avoided?Focusing on the period from the ascendance of George III to the throne of Great Britain until the approval in the Continental Congress of the Declaration of Independence, acclaimed biographer Natalie S. Bober attempts to answer these, and other questions, as she presents a bi-focal view of the events leading to the Revolutionary War -- telling the story through the eyes of the heroes and rebels involved onbothsides of the Atlantic Ocean. Recognizing that biography is the human heart of history, she has used engaging mini-biographies of the cast of British and American characters. By taking her readers into the actual scenes, both in America and England and revealing the human stories behind the historic events, and by using original sources such as letters, diaries, and speeches, she allows the characters who played a role in the unfolding drama to step off the pages of the book and become living people.As she captures the drama, the wit, the politics, and the manners of the generation that governed and lost the first British Empire, all the while doing full justice to the cause of the colonial patriots, she takes her readers on a provocative and stimulating countdown to independence.
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School Library Journal-Rezension
Gr 7 Up-A thorough, balanced look at the events that led to the American Revolution. Starting in 1760, when George III took the throne, Bober describes how individuals, ideas, and actions eventually brought about the unexpected and far from inevitable emergence of a new nation. Chapters alternate between action in England and in the Colonies, providing a variety of viewpoints. Devoting more than 300 pages to just 17 years, Bober fleshes out many historical occurrences that are often oversimplified or even passed over in other children's books on the period. With the Stamp Act, for instance, she explores the reactions of many groups and individuals, revealing the practical, philosophical, and political arguments for and against its implementation. The personalities of key figures emerge in memorable ways, supported by direct quotes and engaging anecdotes. The objective view means that readers learn about the flaws as well as the virtues of a lauded personage like Benjamin Franklin, and see some of the positive aspects of the often-vilified George III. The 34 chapters progress smoothly, building on previously described events in lively prose. The numerous black-and-white photos, which include reproductions of portraits, documents, and maps, are informative. Those who read the book from start to finish will gain true understanding of a fascinating and important period. Readers looking for more specific information on such topics as the Boston Massacre or the First Continental Congress will also find this an excellent resource.-Steven Engelfried, Deschutes County Library, Bend, OR (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Horn Book-Rezension
(Middle School, High School) Toward the conclusion of her highly readable biography of the movers and shakers in both England and the American colonies between 1760 and 1776, Bober speaks of Jefferson's determination as he penned the Declaration of Independence ""to try to write simply, clearly, logically."" Bober, deeply respectful of Jefferson, here succeeds with simplicity, clarity, and logic. In thirty-five brief chapters, tellingly titled with quotations made meaningful in the context of the chapter, Bober alternates between Britain and the colonies from George III's 1760 ascension to the throne to John Adams's announcement of the momentous ""Epocha"" of July 2, 1776, the decision of Independence, a decision that ""would be reduced to a historical footnote by the event that was to follow two days hence."" In between, Bober's meticulous research yields lesser known anecdotes about such important persons as Thomas Jefferson; the Adamses, both John and Sam (who was provided by an anonymous donor with a full wardrobe to attend the first Continental Congress in Philadelphia); Benjamin Franklin; and John Hancock as well as acquaintance with lesser known colorful characters. Excellent period prints and paintings, captioned with information that augments the text, give additional vitality to Bober's compelling narrative. Front matter highlights the fifteen-year chronology leading to revolution and identifies the main characters in England and in the colonies; back matter includes clear reference notes, a solid bibliography, and an index. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.
Kirkus-Rezension
Historian Bober ( Abigail Adams , 1995, etc.) clearly and gracefully examines the exciting pre-Revolutionary period in Georgian England and its 13 North American colonies. A "braided" organizationone chapter devoted to Britain, starting with the accession of George III; the following to the events of the soon-to-be nation, culminating with Independencecharts the social and political ideas, actions, and personalities that changed history. With rapid-fire style and syntax, the author builds appropriate suspense, rendering the events and players vividly and moving the story along quickly. The large cast of characters is shown with all its faults as well as strengthsincluding George III, a decent family man out of his intellectual depth in a decidedly upended era. Many other historical figuressome famous, some notare sketched in fine detail. And the book is replete with period illustrations of people and places, which with its clear identifications, provides a very helpful complement to the solid text. Bober asks: "What forces were at work that swept these people into a conflict that ultimately precipitated a shocking revolution and severed the ties between Britain and her American colonies?" Here is a quite successful attempt to explain just that. Stimulating, lively, and informative. Excellent documentation includes index (not seen), chronology, reference notes, list of characters, and an extensive bibliography. (Nonfiction. 12+)
Booklist-Rezension
Gr. 7^-12. According to John Adams, the American Revolution didn't begin with war; it began "in the minds of the people," in the 15 years leading up to battle. Bober's latest title presents a remarkably thorough, readable, and even-handed account of those critical pre-war years, examining events and personalities on both sides of the Atlantic that contributed to America's break from England--from the crowning of King George III to the writing of the Declaration of Independence. In previous books, such as Thomas Jefferson: Man on a Mountain (1988) and Abigail Adams: Witness to a Revolution (1995), Bober has distinguished herself by integrating meticulous research and compelling anecdotes to inspire readers to sympathize and connect with the history. She continues that tradition here. In clear, well-documented analysis, she shows the relationship between events and lends insight into major personalities--from Edmund Burke and George Grenville to Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Thomas Hutchinson--bringing them further to life through a fine selection of nicely reproduced portraits. She writes with an almost cinematic attention to physical detail, describing the rooms where revolutionary milestones took place and even the weather outside the windows. The result is a compelling, yet scholarly resource that places readers at the center of the action, encouraging them to learn about the historic events and people, care about them, and, perhaps, learn more by investigating the extensive bibliography. Even readers raised on political cynicism will come away feeling stirred by this powerful, exciting story of their government's birth. --Gillian Engberg
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Author's Note |
Chronology |
Main Characters in the Colonies |
Main Characters in England |
Introduction |
A special kind of Englishman ""George, be a King!"" ""brought to a collision"" |
Salutary neglect ""the privileges of Englishmen"" ""the approaching storm"" ""Liberty, Property, and no Stamps!"" ""We may still light candles"" ""a bundle of sticks"" ""saucy Americans"" ""glorious tidings"" ""senseless glory"" ""further mischiefs"" |
A study in contrasts ""Town born, turn out!"" ""Wilkes and Liberty!"" ""My honourmy country" |