Bunker Hill: A City, a Siege, a Revolution
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2013
398
Book • Nonfiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1770s
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World History•
US History2013
Adult
18+ years
In Bunker Hill: A City, a Siege, a Revolution, Nathaniel Philbrick explores the early stages of the American Revolution, focusing on the pivotal Battle of Bunker Hill. Through vivid storytelling, the book presents key individuals and events that shaped the emergence of revolutionary sentiment in Boston and the broader colonies, laying the groundwork for the pursuit of American independence.
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Nathaniel Philbrick’s Bunker Hill: A City, a Siege, a Revolution is praised for its vivid storytelling and meticulous research on the Revolutionary War. Critics admire its engaging narrative and detailed historical context but note occasional pacing issues. While some desired deeper character exploration, the book effectively captures the tension of the era.
Readers interested in immersive historical narratives, particularly those fascinated by the American Revolution, will enjoy Bunker Hill: A City, a Siege, a Revolution by Nathaniel Philbrick. Fans of McCullough's 1776 and Chernow's Washington: A Life who appreciate detailed storytelling will find this a compelling read.
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398
Book • Nonfiction
Boston, Massachusetts • 1770s
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World History•
US History2013
Adult
18+ years
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