The Other Side of the Declaration of Independence: A Lecture by Frank Bergen, at Westminster Chapel, Elizabeth, N. J.; December 16th, 1897 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frank Bergen

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ISBN 10: 033142424X ISBN 13: 9780331424249

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Uncover the debates behind America’s break with Britain and what it meant for liberty

This nonfiction work surveys the late 18th century, blending quotations, letters, and reflections to examine why colonies challenged Parliament and how public opinion formed. It weighs the roles of leaders, mobs, and institutions, offering a measured view of both sides in the struggle for independence.

Readers will explore the differences between external and internal taxation, the behavior of revolutionary crowds, and the shifting perceptions of English and American authorities. The text also situates the independence movement within broader historical patterns of unrest in both continents, inviting readers to reassess familiar tales with new context.

Clear explanations of tax ideas and why they mattered to colonists
Profiles of key figures and their contemporary perspectives
Connections between British and American attitudes during the era
A balanced look at how rebellion and governance intersected with law and loyalty

Ideal for readers of history and political thought who want a broader view of the American founding era.

The Other Side of the Declaration of Independence

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