"The Duke of Stockbridge" plunges readers into the heart of Shays' Rebellion, a pivotal moment of political unrest in early American history. Edward Bellamy's historical fiction vividly portrays the agrarian revolt that shook the fledgling nation. Set against the backdrop of 1786-1787, this story explores the tensions and struggles that arose in the aftermath of the Revolutionary War.
Bellamy masterfully captures the spirit of the era, offering a compelling narrative woven from the threads of historical events. Through meticulously crafted prose, the novel delves into the social and political landscape that fueled the rebellion, examining themes of justice, freedom, and the price of revolution. "The Duke of Stockbridge" remains a powerful and relevant exploration of American identity and the enduring challenges of building a nation. This edition ensures the preservation of this important work of literature for all who seek to understand this crucial period in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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"The Duke of Stockbridge" plunges readers into the heart of Shays' Rebellion, a pivotal moment of political unrest in early American history. Edward Bellamy's historical fiction vividly portrays the agrarian revolt that shook the fledgling nation. Set against the backdrop of 1786-1787, this story explores the tensions and struggles that arose in the aftermath of the Revolutionary War.
Bellamy masterfully captures the spirit of the era, offering a compelling narrative woven from the threads of historical events. Through meticulously crafted prose, the novel delves into the social and political landscape that fueled the rebellion, examining themes of justice, freedom, and the price of revolution. "The Duke of Stockbridge" remains a powerful and relevant exploration of American identity and the enduring challenges of building a nation. This edition ensures the preservation of this important work of literature for all who seek to understand this crucial period in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Duke of Stockbridge
242
The Duke of Stockbridge
242
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781023136464 |
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| Publisher: | Anson Street Press |
| Publication date: | 03/28/2025 |
| Pages: | 242 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.56(d) |