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No Turning Point

Theodore Corbett
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No Turning Point

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Theodore Corbett

No Turning Point

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

France • 18th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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No Turning Point: The Saratoga Campaign in Perspective by Theodore Corbett examines the Saratoga Campaign of 1777 within the broader context of a local civil war in the Hudson-Champlain region, involving Euro-American settlers, Native American groups, and enslaved African-Americans, driven by land ownership disputes rather than simple Patriot versus Loyalist loyalties.

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Challenging

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

3.9

16 ratings

75%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Theodore Corbett’s No Turning Point is praised for its thorough research and clear prose, making it a valuable read for history enthusiasts. While some reviewers felt the narrative lacked emotional depth, the detailed analysis and fresh perspectives on historical events were well-received overall. The book balances scholarly rigor with accessibility, although it occasionally delves too deeply into minutiae for casual readers.

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Who Should Read No Turning Point?

Readers who enjoy No Turning Point by Theodore Corbett are history enthusiasts, particularly those fascinated by American Revolutionary War battles and strategy. Comparable to fans of David McCullough's 1776 or Ron Chernow's Washington: A Life, they appreciate detailed historical narratives and military analysis.

3.9

16 ratings

75%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

France • 18th Century

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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