American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850
American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021544
Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1783-1850
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World History•
US History2021
Adult
18+ years
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American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850 by Alan Taylor examines the complex development of the United States from 1783 to 1850. The book explores interactions among diverse people, such as Indigenous communities, enslaved individuals, and immigrants, highlighting their roles in shaping the nation while emphasizing the contested nature of American expansion and identity during the period.
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Alan Taylor's American Republics receives praise for its thorough research and engaging narrative, offering a fresh perspective on U.S. history from 1783-1850. Critics commend its continental approach and nuanced analysis, though some find the vast scope challenging. Overall, Taylor succeeds in illuminating complex historical dynamics.
Who Should Read American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850?
Readers interested in American Republics are history enthusiasts who enjoy detailed narratives of the early United States. Fans of David McCullough’s 1776 or Joseph J. Ellis’s Founding Brothers would appreciate Taylor's insightful exploration of America's complex early development.
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Alan Taylor is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning historian known for his detailed exploration of early American history and his ability to bring complex historical events and figures to life.
American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850 connects different regions and peoples of North America to show how their diverse interactions shaped the early United States beyond the familiar narratives centered on the East Coast.
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The book highlights the importance of geographic expansion and the resulting political, social, and economic transformations during a pivotal period in the development of the American nation.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 1783-1850
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World History•
US History2021
Adult
18+ years
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