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Title: The Long Fuse: How England Lost the American Colonies, 1760-1785 by Don Cook ISBN: 0-87113-661-9 Publisher: Atlantic Monthly Press Pub. Date: October, 1996 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $15.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 (10 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: British Temper Tantrum.
Comment: This is a book about British arrogance. As you read this excellent work, the author lists the continuing, incredible decisions which had to eventually result in and force American Independence. The American Revolution did not occur because colonial Americans did not support their King, but rather, because their King failed his colonists so very, very miserably.
Rating: 3
Summary: Simply Engaging
Comment: Cook has undertaken a difficult task. The thoughts and actions of King George III and his ministers have been heretofore shrouded in a fog of mystery, deception, and embellishment. While contending that George III was responsible for a "determined consistency" toward the American colonies, Cook nevertheless manages to reveal that the loss of England's most prized possessions was a process that began a decade before Lexington and Concord. His treatment of George III, Germain, Lord North, and the military commanders in America is nothing short of harsh, and perhaps deservedly so. The author believes that if George III lacked more intelligence and perception, the king could have steered England away from confrontation with America. While Cook's research on the political machinations of England is excellent, his dealings with military matters in America are lacking. Several historical mistakes could have been corrected making his work even more substantial. However, Cook's book certainly deserves recognition, and any fan of Revolutionary politics should consult his book.
Rating: 5
Summary: OUTSTANDING
Comment: Don cook is to " the long fuse" as Stephen Ambrose is to " D-day". Mr. cook has the talent and gift for bringing the revolutionary era alive and to your doorstep. he is able to immediately capture your attention in a manner that is both refreshing and entertaining AND at the same time maintaining the relevancy of that historical era.
The long fuse is a great reading and i would recommended to everyone. His style of writing is such it is easily readable for both adults and young adults. It is ideal for young adults who want to supplement their school lessions in revolution history .
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Title: Patriots by A.J. Langguth ISBN: 0671675621 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Pub. Date: 15 March, 1989 List Price(USD): $17.00 |
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Title: Those Damned Rebels: The American Revolution as Seen Through British Eyes by Michael Pearson ISBN: 0306809834 Publisher: DaCapo Press Pub. Date: 21 August, 2000 List Price(USD): $23.00 |
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Title: Redcoats and Rebels: The American Revolution Through British Eyes by Christopher Hibbert ISBN: 0393322939 Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company Pub. Date: April, 2002 List Price(USD): $16.95 |
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Title: From Resistance to Revolution: Colonial Radicals and the Development of American Opposition to Britain, 1765-1776 by Pauline Maier ISBN: 0393308251 Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company Pub. Date: January, 1992 List Price(USD): $15.95 |
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Title: Angel in the Whirlwind: The Triumph of the American Revolution by Benson Bobrick ISBN: 0140275002 Publisher: Penguin USA (Paper) Pub. Date: July, 1998 List Price(USD): $15.95 |
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