New 4th of July Read
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day here's a new title for the occasion:
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The Declaration of Independence: a global history
by David Armitage
Harvard University professor, Armitage, asserts that America's Declaration of Independence was the catalyst for world wide revolutionary struggles. A fascinating read which draws parallels between the U.S. and other democratic nations. Examples include Haiti, Venezuela, New Zealand, Liberia, Czechoslovakia, Vietnam, Israel, and Southern Rhodesia. Includes text from historical documents.
You can find this book in the New Books section at 973.313 Ar55d