Everyone knows the story of the Boston Tea Party—in which colonists stormed three British ships and dumped 92;000 pounds of tea into Boston Harbor. But do you know the history of the Philadelphia Tea Party (December 1773)? How about the York; Maine; Tea Party (September 1774) or the Wilmington; North Carolina; Tea Party (March 1775)?Ten Tea Parties is the first book to chronicle all these uniquely American protests. Author and historian Joseph Cummins begins with the history of the East India Company (the biggest global corporation in the eighteenth century) and their staggering financial losses during the Boston Tea Party (more than a million dollars in today’s money).From there we travel to Philadelphia; where Captain Samuel Ayres was nearly tarred and feathered by a mob of 8;000 angry patriots. Then we set sail for New York City; where the Sons of Liberty raided the London and heaved 18 chests of tea into the Hudson River. Still later; in Annapolis; Maryland; a brigantine carrying 2;320 pounds of the “wretched weed†was burned to ashes.Together; the stories in Ten Tea Parties illuminate the power of Americans banding together as Americans—for the very first time in the fledgling nation’s history. It’s no wonder these patriots remain an inspiration to so many people today.
#874375 in Books Logan Beirne 2013-04-23Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.50 x 1.50 x 6.25l; 1.63 #File Name: 1594036403440 pagesBlood of Tyrants George Washington the Forging of the Presidency
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Washington - You thought you knewBy CustomerWe always read these polite; professional; patriotic tellings of our presidents and historical figures. This book gives a totally realistic perspective on the man; his methods and what kind of leader he really was. Knowing our forefathers faults as well as their accomplishments really helps to humanize our American Gods. Washington has a darker past than many Americans are willing to accept or understand. As with many things; we grow older and learn truths about things we thought so highly of. Although my opinions of Washington as a man have changed slightly; my pride in the man he was and the sacrifices he made to save our fledgling nation have been inflated. If you want to see history from a more realistic perspective; I highly recommend this book.27 of 29 people found the following review helpful. Great Book on a Timely SubjectBy M. Fragoso"Bloody of Tyrants" is a fantastic and timely study of the first Commander in Chief; George Washington. While new and interesting books about the Founders seem to appear with some frequency; this is the first one I have read that focuses exclusively on Washington--not just the General; but--the Commander in Chief. Given the importance and; frankly; vagueness of that term in Article II of the Constitution; Beirne's study is invaluable for those who seek a fuller understanding what the Framers themselves meant by that term when included it in the Constitution; and how the American people at the Founding understood it when they voted to ratify it.What really makes "Blood of Tyrants" a great read; though; is the fact that it's actually a great read. Beirne doesn't just serve up a dry helping of originalist history: he tells a compelling story about the first President. Fascinating historical color is peppered throughout the book. In turn he revises and augments the historical legends we've come to know about Washington. This is the rare book that is both highly informative and a lot of fun. I highly recommend it.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Intelligent and CaptivatingBy CustomerIntelligent without being pretentious; informative without being loquacious; and engaging without being bombastic -- this book delivers. At a time when the political forces sweeping the nation can feel entirely unprecedented; Mr. Beirne eloquently reminds us that many of the debates we have today have their roots in the very founding of our country. The book manages to do what so many others fail: to be both enjoyable and enlightening at the same time. A must read for any political or history buff -- or really just anyone looking for high-brow entertainment.
