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The Boston Massacre: A Family History

Serena R. Zabin
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The Boston Massacre: A Family History

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020

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Serena R. Zabin

The Boston Massacre: A Family History

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Education
Period
American Revolution
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 1770s

Topic
Education

World History

US History
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Boston Massacre: A Family History by Serena R. Zabin explores the personal relationships and interconnected lives of British soldiers, local families, and American colonists preceding the Boston Massacre. Zabin reveals how familial and social ties influenced events, providing a nuanced perspective on the historical incident that deepened the divide leading to the American Revolution.

Informative

Mysterious

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,085 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Boston Massacre: A Family History by Serena R. Zabin has been praised for its fresh perspective on a well-known historical event, emphasizing personal stories and familial connections, which adds a human element. Critics note the extensive research but some argue the narrative could be more engaging. Overall, it's an insightful, though occasionally dense, read.

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Who Should Read The Boston Massacre: A Family History?

Readers who enjoy The Boston Massacre: A Family History by Serena R. Zabin are likely interested in historical narratives with personal perspectives. Fans of Nathaniel Philbrick’s Bunker Hill or David McCullough’s 1776 will appreciate Zabin’s intimate exploration of historical events through family ties.

4.0

1,085 ratings

63%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Education
Period
American Revolution
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 1770s

Topic
Education

World History

US History
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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