Beacon Lights of History, Volume 11: American Founders by John Lord

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Author Lord, John, 1810-1894
Title Beacon Lights of History, Volume 11: American Founders
Note Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Beacon Lights of History, Volume 11: American Founders" by John Lord is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This volume focuses on the influential figures and events that shaped the founding of the United States, particularly examining the key contributions of prominent Founding Fathers and their roles in establishing American democracy and institutions. The opening of the book presents the foundational principles of American governance and societal values, emphasizing concepts like natural equality, self-governance, and the right of taxation by consent. Lord discusses the evolution of these ideas through various historical influences, such as Judaic, Greco-Roman, and Enlightenment thought, and sets the stage for more detailed examination of key figures like Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Thomas Jefferson. The narrative serves to underscore how their distinct contributions helped mold the emerging American identity and its political system, paving the way for future discussions on each individual's impact throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject History
Subject United States -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 10644
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 20, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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