The Real History of the American Revolution: A New Look at the Past

by Alan Axelrod

Book Overview

Ask most Americans why their forefathers started the Revolution, and they ll likely mention no taxation without representation or the belief in life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness as... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1402740867
• ISBN13: 9781402740862
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Sterling
• Length: 371 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 7.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

american revolution

a very good book, enjoyed it very much. received it on time and in top condition.

Easy read, great overview

If you're a student of American history from the Revolution to the Constitutional Convention, there won't be too many surprises for you in this book, but it's a terrific overview of the Revolution and the complicated motivations that led up to it. Very good for that friend with an interest in history who wants to dip their toe in this period.

Wonderful read

Excellent book. Concise and an easy read. The facts about history are presented in order and the author reveals "behind the scenes" stories of what really happened during this pivotal point in our history.

great book!!

This book and the one on the Civil War, both are excellent books. If only Complete Idiot's Guide could come out with books on the 100 Years War, History of Holy Roman Empire, History of Rome, Greece, Germany, Russia, and Persia ... You get the idea.

Great, basic info in an easy-to-read format

This is such an easy reference book on the subject! The book starts with ancient American history and goes through Y2K. Pretty comprehensive.It's written in an easy-to-read format, with chapters and sections clearly outlined, so one can just pick it up and start just about anywhere and read a section. It's pretty condensed, but a great starting point for lots of basic information. It's also not just about wars and other political incidents, but addresses things like the Constitution, Ross Perot, how Rockefeller got started, the end of slavery, the Right to Life movement... like I said, it's really comprehensive.I highly recommend this to anyone who likes history, but doesn't need or want a scholarly tome on the subject.