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This account argues the inevitability of the American Revolution after the Stamp Act of 1765, due to the clash between Britain and its colonies in their ideals rather than their economic problems. Beginning with Locke, Morgan states the deep influence Locke had on the colonists to define the problem with their relationship with Britain. The book continues through the creation of the United States with the ratification and establishment of the Constitution and the bill of rights.
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Kind Of History

Time of history:    -   18th century History of a people?    -   Yes Nationality?    -   American--General Largely political history?    -   Yes Kind of political history    -   american revolution

Subjects of this Historical Account

Religion? (if plays a major part)    -   Protestants! Is the portrayal sympathetic?    -   Neutral From a certain profession/group?    -   politicians Intelligence of subject of history:    -   Smart

Setting

United States    -   Yes The US:    -   Northeast If applicable, liberal/conservative?    -   Historian is very moderate

Writing Style

How much gore?    -   1 () How fast-paced is the book?    -   5 () Accounts of torture and death?    -   no torture/death Book makes you feel...    -   challenged How much focus on stories of individuals?    -   Focuses mostly on history of key players How much romance?    -   1 () Is book humorous?    -   Yes How much humor?    -   2 () If humorous, kind of humor    -   puns    -   parody    -   gentle humor Minor characters feature lots of:    -   diplomats Is this a kid's book?    -   Ages 16-Adult Pictures/Illustrations?    -   None Length of book    -   150-200 pages How much emphasis on small details?    -   8 ()

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