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John Hancock: Patriot In Purple

John Hancock: Patriot In Purple

Allan, Herbert Sanford

Hardcover

Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesRevolutionary Period (1775-1800)

ISBN10: 1258391368
ISBN13: 9781258391362
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jun 16 2012
Pages: 454
Weight: 1.70
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
John Hancock: Patriot In Purple is a biography of one of America's founding fathers, John Hancock. Written by Herbert Sanford Allan, the book explores Hancock's life and legacy as a prominent figure in the American Revolution. The book begins with Hancock's early life, including his upbringing in Boston and his education at Harvard College. It then delves into his political career, which began in earnest in the 1760s when he became involved in the resistance movement against British rule. Hancock's role in the Revolution is a major focus of the book, as he was a key player in the events leading up to the Declaration of Independence. The author explores Hancock's work as president of the Continental Congress, his signing of the Declaration, and his involvement in the war effort. The book also examines Hancock's personal life, including his marriage to Dorothy Quincy and his relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Samuel Adams and George Washington. Throughout the book, Allan paints a portrait of Hancock as a complex and multifaceted figure, one who was both a shrewd politician and a passionate patriot. The author also explores the ways in which Hancock's legacy has been remembered and celebrated in American history. Overall, John Hancock: Patriot In Purple is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most important founding fathers.Traces The Life Of The Colonial Statesman Who Became Prominent During The American Revolution And Was The First To Sign The Declaration Of Independence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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