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Book Synopsis: This "glorious" revelatory biography from a Pulitzer Prize winner is about the most essential Founding Father (Ron Chernow)—the one who stood behind the change in thinking that produced the American Revolution. Thomas Jefferson asserted that if there was any leader of the Revolution, “Samuel Adams was the man.” With high-minded ideals and bare-knuckle tactics, Adams led what could be called the greatest campaign of civil resistance in American history. Stacy Schiff returns Adams to his seat of glory, introducing us to the shrewd and eloquent man who supplied the moral backbone of the American Revolution. A singular figure at a singular moment, Adams amplified the Boston Massacre. He helped to mastermind the Boston Tea Party. He employed every tool available to rally a town, a colony, and eventually a band of colonies behind him, creating the cause that created a country. For his efforts he became the most wanted man in America: When Paul Revere rode to Lexington in 1775, it was to warn Samuel Adams that he was about to be arrested for treason. In The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams, Schiff brings her masterful skills to Adams’s improbable life, illuminating his transformation from aimless son of a well-off family to tireless, beguiling radical who mobilized the colonies. Arresting, original, and deliriously dramatic, this is a long-overdue chapter in the history of our nation.
ONE OF WALL STREET JOURNAL'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF 2022
ONE OF LOS ANGELES TIMES TOP 5 NONFICTION BOOKS OF 2022
ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES MOST NOTABLE BOOKS OF 2022
ONE OF BARACK OBAMA'S FAVORITE BOOKS OF 2022
And named one of the BEST BOOKS OF 2022 by The New Yorker, TIME, Oprah Daily, USA Today, New York Magazine, Air Mail, Boston Globe, and more!
“A glorious book that is as entertaining as it is vitally important.” —Ron Chernow
“A beautifully crafted, invaluable biography…Schiff ingeniously connects the past to our present and future, underscoring the lessons of Adams while reclaiming our nation’s self-evident truths at a moment when we seemed to have forgotten them.” —Oprah Daily
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The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams is a truly groundbreaking biography that uncovers the life and legacy of one of America's most essential Founding Fathers. Written by a Pulitzer Prize winner, this revelatory book dives deep into the mind of Samuel Adams, the man who played a pivotal role in shaping the American Revolution. With high-minded ideals and unwavering determination, Adams led a campaign of civil resistance that forever changed the course of our nation's history.
From his pivotal role in amplifying the Boston Massacre to his instrumental contribution to the Boston Tea Party, Adams employed every tool at his disposal to rally a movement that birthed a country. This meticulously researched biography sheds light on his transformation from an aimless son of privilege to a tireless and beguiling radical who united the colonies in the pursuit of freedom.
Named one of the best books of 2022 by esteemed publications such as The New Yorker, TIME, and Oprah Daily, The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams is an arresting and original work that captivates readers with its deliriously dramatic storytelling. By exploring Adams's improbable life, author Stacy Schiff connects the past to our present and future, reminding us of the invaluable lessons Adams offers in our tumultuous times.
"A glorious book that is as entertaining as it is vitally important.” — Ron Chernow
Discover the hidden truths and untold stories of one of America's most influential leaders. The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams is a beautifully crafted and invaluable biography that resonates with contemporary relevance. Drawing on deep research and vivid narrative storytelling, author Stacy Schiff delves into the life of Adams, reminding us of our nation's self-evident truths at a moment when they seem to have been forgotten.
Immerse yourself in the world of Samuel Adams, a man of shrewd intellect and eloquence, who stood as the moral compass of the American Revolution. From his earliest days as a member of a well-off family, Adams would go on to become a trailblazer and catalyst for change. Through his tireless efforts, he garnered the attention of the British authorities, becoming the most wanted man in America.
In this captivating biography, Schiff masterfully brings Adams to life, showcasing his audacious tactics and unparalleled determination. The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams is not only an intriguing historical account but also serves as an urgent reminder of the importance of fighting for justice and preserving the values that define our nation.
"A beautifully crafted, invaluable biography…Schiff ingeniously connects the past to our present and future, underscoring the lessons of Adams while reclaiming our nation’s self-evident truths at a moment when we seemed to have forgotten them." —Oprah Daily
Step into the extraordinary life of Samuel Adams, the man behind the American Revolution. The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams is a critically acclaimed biography that skillfully weaves together historical facts and captivating storytelling. Penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Stacy Schiff, this book offers readers a fresh perspective on one of history's most influential figures.
Adams's role in shaping the birth of a nation cannot be overstated. From his involvement in notorious events like the Boston Massacre to his masterminding of the game-changing Boston Tea Party, Adams's contributions were vital to the triumph of the Revolution. Now, through this engaging biography, we have an opportunity to peel back the layers and truly understand the man behind the legend.
Dive into a long-overdue chapter in our nation's history as Schiff skillfully illuminates the transformation of an aimless youth into a tireless revolutionary. Don't miss out on this incredible story that not only showcases Adams's remarkable life but also sheds light on the values and principles that shaped the United States as we know it.
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