Patrick Henry

Tyler, Moses Coit, 1835-1900Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.8

Word count: 736K words
Chapters: 74

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Patrick Henry by Moses Coit TylerAuthor: Tyler, Moses Coit, 1835-1900,Language: English, Class: E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861), Release Date: Jul 10, 2009

Editor's review

This is a public-domain electronic edition of the biography of Patrick Henry by the 19th-century American historian Moses Coit Tyler. Patrick Henry was a major figure of the American Revolutionary era, renowned for his oratory and political activity. Tyler's narrative bears the stylistic hallmarks of 19th-century historical writing, emphasizing the portrayal of character and the atmosphere of the age, and offers readers a concrete personal perspective on the history of the American Revolution. As a free Project Gutenberg e-book, it is easily accessible and suitable as background reading on American history or as extensive reading material in the original English of a biographical work. Readers should pair it with basic facts about the American War of Independence and remain discerning about evaluations bearing the marks of their era. Overall, it is better suited to readers who already have a preliminary understanding of early American history and are willing to engage with a classic English biographical text than to researchers seeking the latest scholarly conclusions.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General history readers interested in the American War of Independence and the nation's founders
English learners who need original English biographical material for extensive reading practice
Readers of history and literature who wish to understand the style of 19th-century American historical writing

Not a good fit for

Professional researchers who need the latest scholarly verification and critical historiographical conclusions
Beginners with weak English reading skills who would struggle with 19th-century prose
Casual readers expecting popular storytelling or abundant illustrations

Reading tips

First learn the major events of Patrick Henry's life and the timeline of the American Revolution, then move on to the main text.
Read the biographical narrative alongside the historical facts of the War of Independence, taking care to distinguish fact from the author's evaluations.
The original English can be read extensively chapter by chapter; when encountering long sentences, grasp the main idea first rather than checking every word.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book a work by Patrick Henry himself?

No. This book is a biography of Patrick Henry written by Moses Coit Tyler; it is a biography by another author, not a collection of Henry's own writings or speeches.

What level of English is needed to read this book?

The original is 19th-century English prose, with long sentences and fairly formal diction. It suits readers with intermediate or higher English reading ability who can handle long sentences with the help of a dictionary; beginners may first read Chinese materials on American Revolutionary history as groundwork.

Is this book suitable for research on American history?

It can serve as a reference for understanding early biographical writing and the portrayal of historical figures, but because it was written long ago, it should not be used as the latest scholarly conclusion. Professional research should cross-check it against modern scholarship and primary sources.

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Tyler, Moses Coit, 1835-1900 Author · American · 1835–1900

Moses Coit Tyler (1835–1900) was an American literary historian and a professor at Cornell University, regarded as one of the pioneers of American literary history. He focused on early American literature and historical writing, examining literary works within the social and political contexts of the colonial period and the era around the American Revolution, in a style that combined a historian's rigor with an essayist's readability. His representative work, Patrick Henry, presents the life and times of the Revolutionary-era orator and statesman in biographical form, reflecting his tendency to illuminate public history through individual lives. Public information on the details of his life is limited, and this entry offers only a brief introduction based on the available records.