Voices of Revolutionary America: Contemporary Accounts of Daily Life


Nov 20, 2012

Voices of Revolutionary America does a superb job of detailing the American Revolution with a chronology of events from the accession of George III to the throne to the end of the revolution in 1783.  At the end of each chapter, you’ll read biographical summaries of primary characters, read their letters to wives and children, and see journal and diary entries that bring to life a vital time in the history of the United States.  Take a detailed look into the daily life, economics, marriage, religion, health, recreation, slavery, and local conflicts affecting this colonial period.  You’ll get further reading advice, and video and website suggestions to allow follow-up, as well as tips on how to properly evaluate historical documents.  A must read for anyone who loves American History.

Reviewed by Library Staff