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The Importance of the Colonies of North America, and the Interest of Great Britain With Regard to Them, Considered: Together With Remarks on the Stamp-Duty (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1332938523
- ISBN 13 9781332938520
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages25
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book argues that the 1765 Stamp Act, an attempt by Britain to consolidate its authority over the American colonies, was a pivotal moment in the relationship between the two. The Act, which levied taxes on paper goods used throughout the colonies, faced widespread resistance and protests. The book analyzes the historical context of the Act, including the complex political and economic factors that led to its passage. It explores the objections raised by the colonists, arguing that they were not simply motivated by economic concerns but also by a deep sense of political grievance and a desire for greater autonomy. The book provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the passage and implementation of the Act, including the protests, boycotts, and other forms of resistance it sparked. It examines the role of key figures in the movement, such as Benjamin Franklin and Samuel Adams. The book contextualizes the Act within the broader theme of the increasing tensions between Britain and its American colonies, arguing that it was a catalyst for the growing movement for American independence. It concludes that the Stamp Act crisis was a turning point in British-American relations, ultimately leading to the American Revolution. 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 # 9781332938520_0
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