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The American Revolution

By: Edward Countryman

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A newly revised version of a classic in American history When The American Revolution was first published in 1985, it was praised as the first synthesis of the Revolutionary War to use the new social history. Edward Countryman offered a balanced view of how the Revolution was made by a variety of groups-ordinary farmers as well as lawyers, women as well as men, blacks as well as whites-who transformed the character of American life and culture. In this newly revised edition, Countryman stresses the painful destruction of British identity and the construction of a new American one. He expands his geographical scope of the Revolution to include areas west of the Alleghenies, Europe, and Africa, and he draws fresh links between the politics and culture of the independence period and the creation of a new and dynamic capitalist economy. This innovative interpretation of the American Revolution creates an even richer, more comprehensive portrait of a critical period in America's history.

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Macmillan + ORM

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1429931310

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9781429931311

Enjoy the Same Liberty

Black Americans and the Revolutionary Era

By: Edward Countryman

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Enjoy the Same Liberty

Black Americans and the Revolutionary Era

By: Edward Countryman

What to the slave is the Fourth of July?," asked Frederick Douglass in 1852. In Enjoy the Same Liberty, Edward Countryman addresses Douglass's question. He shows how the American Revolution began the world-wide destruction of slavery, how black Americans who seized their chances for freedom during the Revolution changed both themselves and their epoch, and how their heirs, including Douglass, pondered what the Revolution meant for them. Thanks in good part to black people, what began as colonial tax protests became something of far greater significance. But this book also shows how that same Revolution led to an immensely powerful slave society in the South, so strong that destroying it required the cataclysm of the Civil War.

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217

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1442200286

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9781442200289

Americans

A Collision of Histories

By: Edward Countryman

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Americans

A Collision of Histories

By: Edward Countryman

This is a scintillating analysis of what becoming American means in historical terms. Edward Countryman offers not one perspective of American history (and thus one identity) but all the perspectives that have contributed to our sense of nationality.

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324

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Macmillan

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0809015986

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9780809015986

Sherman's March in Myth and Memory

By: Edward Caudill,Paul Ashdown

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Sherman's March in Myth and Memory

By: Edward Caudill,Paul Ashdown

General William Tecumseh Sherman's devastating "March to the Sea" in 1864 burned a swath through the cities and countryside of Georgia and into the history of the American Civil War. As they moved from Atlanta to Savannah—destroying homes, buildings, and crops; killing livestock; and consuming supplies—Sherman and the Union army ignited not only southern property, but also imaginations, in both the North and the South. By the time of the general's death in 1891, when one said "The March," no explanation was required. That remains true today. Legends and myths about Sherman began forming during the March itself, and took more definitive shape in the industrial age in the late-nineteenth century. Sherman's March in Myth and Memory examines the emergence of various myths surrounding one of the most enduring campaigns in the annals of military history. Edward Caudill and Paul Ashdown provide a brief overview of Sherman's life and his March, but their focus is on how these myths came about—such as one description of a "60-mile wide path of destruction"—and how legends about Sherman and his campaign have served a variety of interests. Caudill and Ashdown argue that these myths have been employed by groups as disparate as those endorsing the Old South aristocracy and its "Lost Cause," and by others who saw the March as evidence of the superiority of industrialism in modern America over a retreating agrarianism. Sherman's March in Myth and Memory looks at the general's treatment in the press, among historians, on stage and screen, and in literature, from the time of the March to the present day. The authors show us the many ways in which Sherman has been portrayed in the media and popular culture, and how his devastating March has been stamped into our collective memory.

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239

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1442201274

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9781442201279

Harold; The Last of the Saxon Kings, Complete

in large print

By: Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton

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Harold; The Last of the Saxon Kings, Complete

in large print

By: Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton

Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.

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BoD – Books on Demand

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3387068301

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9783387068306

Creating an Old South

Middle Florida's Plantation Frontier Before the Civil War

By: Edward E. Baptist

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Creating an Old South

Middle Florida's Plantation Frontier Before the Civil War

By: Edward E. Baptist

Baptist examines the development of a plantation society in antebellum middle Florida and its effects on codes of masculinity among white settlers and planters, African American family structures and culture, and the formation of a sectional identity in the South.

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Univ of North Carolina Press

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0807853534

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9780807853535

The Rover Boys In Business

By: Edward Stratemeyer

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The Rover Boys In Business

By: Edward Stratemeyer

The Rover Boys in Business" by Edward Stratemeyer is the fourth book in the popular "Rover Boys" series. In this installment, the three Rover brothers – Dick, Tom, and Sam – are embarking on a new adventure outside the walls of Putnam Hall. The story begins with the brothers leaving school and returning home for a well-deserved vacation. However, their plans for a relaxing break take an unexpected turn when they discover that their father's business is in serious trouble. Anderson Rover, their father, is a successful mining engineer, but he is facing financial ruin due to a series of unfortunate events, including the theft of valuable mining plans. Determined to help their father, the Rover boys take charge and decide to enter the business world. They form a mining company and set out on a journey to the West to recover the stolen mining plans and save their family from financial disaster. Throughout their journey, the Rover boys encounter numerous challenges and adversaries. They must use their wits, bravery, and resourcefulness to overcome these obstacles and unravel the mystery behind the stolen plans. Their adventures take them through the rugged landscapes of the American West, where they face everything from treacherous villains to natural disasters. Edward Stratemeyer's writing style remains engaging and suitable for young readers. The story combines elements of adventure, mystery, and business intrigue, providing an exciting and educational reading experience. Additionally, the book continues to emphasize important values such as loyalty, honesty, and determination. "The Rover Boys in Business" is a captivating addition to the series, showcasing the brothers' growth and resilience as they step out of their comfort zone to save their family from financial ruin. It reinforces the idea that, with determination and a strong sense of responsibility, young individuals can overcome challenges and make a positive impact in the world of business.

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The American Revolution

The American Revolution

Enjoy the Same Liberty

Enjoy the Same Liberty

Americans

Americans

Sherman's March in Myth and Memory

Sherman's March in Myth and Memory

Harold; The Last of the Saxon Kings, Complete

Harold; The Last of the Saxon Kings, Complete

Creating an Old South

Creating an Old South

The Rover Boys In Business

The Rover Boys In Business

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