The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. 01
Project GutenbergProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019
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English Originals World HistoryPolitics International RelationsDiplomatic DocumentPolitical IntrigueEpistolary FormArchivesHistorical CompilationFounding EraAmerican RevolutionSummary
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. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. 01 by Jared Sparks. Language: English. Class: E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783). Release Date: Dec 1, 2008.Editor's review
This is the first volume of the diplomatic correspondence of the American Revolution, a compilation of diplomatic documents and a primary-source collection. Unlike narrative histories, it presents the original correspondence, allowing readers to engage first-hand with the wording, issues, and pace of Revolutionary-era diplomacy. For students of the American Revolution, diplomatic history, or source-based research, its value lies in its primacy and verifiability. It requires some historical background and stamina for reading English documents; pairing it with a general history—understanding the sequence of events before turning to the texts—works best. As a public-domain ebook, it is easy to search and cite, making it suitable as a course reference or a documentary basis for specialized research.Who it's for
A good fit for
- Students and researchers in American Revolution and diplomatic history
- Readers who need primary sources for papers or specialized study
- History enthusiasts interested in original documents who read English
- College history instructors using it as course material
Not a good fit for
- General readers seeking popular narrative history and storytelling
- Beginners with limited English reading ability who need a Chinese translation
- Primary and middle school students who only want a quick overview of the American Revolution
Reading tips
- Read the relevant general history chapters first to establish a framework before turning to the correspondence
- Read chronologically, noting the identities of correspondents and shifts in issues
- Build an index of people and events while reading for easy cross-reference
- Select a few complete letters for close reading to observe diplomatic wording
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FAQ
Is this book a complete record of American Revolutionary diplomacy?
This is the first volume of a correspondence collection covering only part of the documents, not the full record; other volumes are needed for the rest.What historical background is needed to read this book?
It is advisable to first understand the basic course of the American Revolution and its main diplomatic events; otherwise the names, places, and issues in the letters can be difficult to follow.Can the documents in this book be cited?
This is a public-domain documentary compilation suitable as a historical reference; for formal citation, verify the original source and edition information.This site is an index: you start “Search all sources” in your browser, and the entries it lists all point to third-party sites; please judge their availability yourself.
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