The Declaration of Independence in historical context : American state papers, petitions, proclamations and letters of the delegates to the First National Congress / compiled, edited and introduced by Barry Allan Shain.

New Haven, Connecticut : Yale University Press, 2014.

1st edition

83996

United States. -- Declaration of Independence.

United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Causes -- Sources.

United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 -- Sources.

This impressive tomb seeks to provide historical context to explain better the various subtle forces at work leading to the Declaration of Independence. The work does this by providing various primary source materials from the era of the American Revolution. This collection of colonial and continental letters, petitions, resolves and declarations demonstrates that the Declaration of Independence was the culmination of a 12 year struggle. The book provides a better understanding of the grievances - 'the repeated injuries and usurpations' meted out by the King of Great Britain. This together with the misgivings evident from the exchanges between the 13 colonies adds colour and light to the Declaration of Independence.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780300158748

xxx, 750 p. : ill. ; 26 cm