Remarks on a Reprint of the Original Letters From Washington to Joseph Reed (Classic Reprint): During the American Revolution, Referred to in the ... Lord Mahon and Mr. Sparks (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Remarkable insights into Washington’s letters and their modern readers. This edition examines how Judge Marshall’s editing choices shaped our view of the original correspondence, highlighting the quiet decisions behind omissions, wording, and emphasis. It helps readers understand how historical documents are presented to the public.
The notes compare Washington’s letters to the Letter-Books and show how editors handle variations, insertions, and corrections without altering the core meaning. It also explains how these edits affect the narrative of the Revolutionary era and the sense of what was communicated at the time.
- Learn how editors decide what to include or omit from long correspondences
- See examples of how wording changes can shift emphasis without changing the core message
- Explore how modern editions balance accuracy with readability
- Understand the role of annotated sources in historical interpretation
Ideal for readers of historical letters, political history, and documentary editing, this edition is a useful companion for anyone curious about how the past is presented today.
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Excerpt from Remarks on a Reprint of the Original Letters From Washington to Joseph Reed: During the American Revolution, Referred to in the Pamphlets of Lord Mahon and Mr. Sparks About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of letters written by General George Washington to his confidant Joseph Reed during the American Revolutionary War. Not intended for public consumption, these letters offer a candid glimpse into Washington's military strategy and political insights. The author focuses on Washington's struggle to maintain discipline and morale among his troops, many of whom lacked proper training and supplies. The letters reveal Washington's frustration with the Continental Congress and his concerns about the potential consequences of the war on the newly formed nation. They also provide a glimpse into the personal challenges Washington faced as he grappled with the complexities of leadership in a time of great uncertainty. The book sheds light on Washington's remarkable ability to navigate the political and military challenges of the war, making it an invaluable resource for understanding this pivotal period in American history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332423804_0
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