Declaration of Independence in Historical Context: American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations & Letters of the Delegates to the First National Congress - Softcover
Synopsis
For over a century scholars have analysed and interpreted the meaning and context of the Declaration of Independence in myriad ways. As Barry Alan Shain points out, Intellectual historians and political theorists have made every effort to make the Declarations theoretically rich second paragraph the foundation of all manner of American political thought and creeds... There are, a minimum, seven competing schools of interpretation. The documents presented in this edition help in understanding the Declaration and the Revolutionary War against the backdrop provided by the hundreds of continental-level congressional state papers declarations, petitions, resolutions, and proclamations and the debates and correspondence of those in attendance at the first national congresses.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"Exhaustively edited and attractively presented ... the book will stand as a lasting scholarly resource."-Chronicles Chronicles
About the Author
Barry Alan Shain is professor of political science and chair of the department at Colgate University.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Declaration of Independence in Historical Context:...
Stock Image
The Declaration of Independence in Historical Context: American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations, and Letters of the Delegates to the First Nati
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0865978891I3N00
Stock Image
The Declaration of Independence in Historical Context
Published by
Liberty Fund, Incorporated, 2015
ISBN 10: 0865978891
ISBN 13: 9780865978898
New
Softbound
Seller: Timshala Books, Olathe, KS, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Softbound. Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 38001140
Stock Image
The Declaration of Independence in Historical Context: American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations, and Letters of the Delegates to the First National Congresses
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_367133900
Stock Image
Declaration of Independence in Historical Context : American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations, & Letters of the Delegates to the First National Congress
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 23785622
Stock Image
Declaration of Independence in Historical Context : American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations, & Letters of the Delegates to the First National Congress
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 23785622-n
Stock Image
The Declaration of Independence in Historical Context
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GZ-9780865978898
Stock Image
The Declaration of Independence in Historical Context: American State Papers, Petitions, Proclamations & Letters of the Delegates to the First National Congress
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Num Pages: 782 pages. BIC Classification: HBJK; HBLH; HBLL. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 183 x 263 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1352. . 2015. Paperback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9780865978898
Stock Image
Declaration of Independence in Historical Context (Paperback)
Published by
Liberty Fund Inc, Indianapolis, IN, 2015
ISBN 10: 0865978891
ISBN 13: 9780865978898
New
Paperback
Seller: Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. For over a century scholars have analysed and interpreted the meaning and context of the Declaration of Independence in myriad ways. As Barry Alan Shain points out, "Intellectual historians and political theorists have made every effort to make the Declarations theoretically rich second paragraph the foundation of all manner of American political thought and creeds.There are, a minimum, seven competing schools of interpretation." The documents presented in this edition help in understanding the Declaration and the Revolutionary War against the backdrop provided by the hundreds of continental-level congressional state papers -- declarations, petitions, resolutions, and proclamations -- and the debates and correspondence of those in attendance at the first national congresses. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780865978898
Stock Image
Declaration of Independence in Historical Context
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # GZ-9780865978898
Buy New
£ 22.02
£ 7.63 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 3 available
Seller Image
Declaration of Independence in Historical Context
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. For over a century scholars have analysed and interpreted the meaning and context of the Declaration of Independence in myriad ways. As Barry Alan Shain points out, "Intellectual historians and political theorists have made every effort to make the Declaration's theoretically rich second paragraph the foundation of all manner of American political thought and creeds. There are, a minimum, seven competing schools of interpretation." The documents presented in this edition help in understanding the Declaration and the Revolutionary War against the backdrop provided by the hundreds of continental-level congressional state papers -- declarations, petitions, resolutions, and proclamations -- and the debates and correspondence of those in attendance at the first national congresses. Seller Inventory # LU-9780865978898
Buy New
£ 29.66
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 2 available