The Boston Tea Party

The Boston Tea Party by Laurie O’Neill, published by Millbrook Press in 1996, is a 64-page exploration of a pivotal event in American history. This book focuses on December 16, 1773, at Griffin’s Wharf in Boston, Massachusetts, where ninety citizens, partly disguised as Indians, boarded ships and threw chests of tea into the sea, marking a significant act of defiance against British rule.

Readers will find a detailed account of this historical event, which is situated within the broader context of the Colonial and Revolutionary Periods in the United States. The narrative provides insights into the motivations behind the Boston Tea Party and its implications for the colonial struggle. This juvenile nonfiction work is designed to engage young readers with the history of the Colonial Period, offering a clear and informative perspective on a key moment that shaped the nation’s path toward independence.