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From one of our most acclaimed and original colonial historians, a groundbreaking book tracing the critical 'long year' of 1774 and the revolutionary change that took place from the Boston Tea Party and the First Continental Congress to the Battles of Lexington and Concord.A WALL STREET JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEARIn this masterly work of history, the culmination of more than four decades of research and thought, Mary Beth Norton looks at the sixteen months leading up to the clashes at Lexington and Concord in midApril 1775. This was the critical, and often overlooked, period when colonists traditionally loyal to King George III began their discordant discussions that led them to their acceptance of the inevitability of war against the British Empire. Drawing extensively on pamphlets, newspapers, and personal correspondence, Norton reconstructs colonial political discourse as it took place throughout 1774. Late in the year, conservatives mounted a vigorous campaign criticizing the First Continental Congress. But by then it was too late. In early 1775, colonial governors informed officials in London that they were unable to thwart the increasing power of local committees and their allied provincial congresses. Although the Declaration of Independence would not be formally adopted until July 1776, Americans had in effect declared independence even before the outbreak of war in April 1775 by obeying the decrees of the provincial governments they had elected rather than colonial officials appointed by the king. Norton captures the tension and drama of this pivotal year and foundational moment in American history and brings it to life as no other historian has done before.
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- Q: What is '1774: The Long Year of Revolution' about? A: This book by Mary Beth Norton explores the pivotal events of 1774 leading up to the American Revolution, focusing on the political discourse and actions taken by colonists during this critical year.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Mary Beth Norton, a renowned colonial historian known for her extensive research and insights into American history.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 528 pages, providing a comprehensive look at the events of 1774.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 9, 2021.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any specific focus in the book regarding the events of 1774? A: Yes, the book particularly focuses on the lead-up to the Battles of Lexington and Concord, detailing the changing political attitudes among colonists during that time.
- Q: Does this book include primary sources? A: Yes, Mary Beth Norton draws extensively from pamphlets, newspapers, and personal correspondence to reconstruct the political discourse of the time.
- Q: What makes this book a notable read? A: It is recognized as a Wall Street Journal Best Book of the Year, highlighting its significance and the depth of research conducted by the author.
- Q: Are there any notable themes in the book? A: The themes include the transformation of colonial loyalty to King George III, the rise of local governance, and the inevitability of war against the British Empire.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers or more academic audiences? A: While it offers rich historical detail suitable for academic audiences, casual readers interested in American history will also find it engaging and informative.