1775 A Good Year for Revolution
1775 A Good Year for Revolution by Kevin Phillips is an illustrated work published by Penguin on September 24, 2013. This book presents a fresh perspective on the American Revolution, challenging the traditional view that 1776 was the pivotal year. Phillips delves into the significant battles and events of 1775, examining the political, economic, and military contexts that set the stage for revolution.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of the Revolutionary Period, as Phillips offers insights into the dynamics that shaped the early stages of American independence. The narrative focuses on the critical developments of 1775, providing a detailed account that highlights the complexities of the era. With 672 pages, this edition invites readers to reconsider the foundational moments of U.S. history, emphasizing the importance of the year that preceded the Declaration of Independence.
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A groundbreaking account of the American Revolution—from the bestselling author of American Dynasty
In this major new work, iconoclastic historian and political chronicler Kevin Phillips upends the conventional reading of the American Revolution by debunking the myth that 1776 was the struggle’s watershed year. Focusing on the great battles and events of 1775, Phillips surveys the political climate, economic structures, and military preparations of the crucial year that was the harbinger of revolution, tackling the eighteenth century with the same skill and perception he has shown in analyzing contemporary politics and economics. The result is a dramatic account brimming with original insights about the country we eventually became.
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