Making of the American Republic seeks to provoke readers to think about the implications of the American Revolution in a new way; offering a larger interpretive theme other than the rise of democracy. This interpretive book places the events; the people; and the ideas of the period within the context of how the American Revolution gave birth to a dynamic capitalist economic system. The book argues that out of the democratic impulses of the era emerged an aggressively entrepreurial American social order. Provides a synthesis; covering the fundamental details of history; while providing a larger statement of the meaning of the changes in the period. Includes detailed portraits of Franklin; Washington; and Jefferson; as well as descriptions of how ordinary people lived. For the study of the American Revolution and the Early Republic to 1815.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Get to know General HarmonBy John P. TindallThis book is by a lesser known general of WWII who gives a different perspective from biographies of the prominent USArmy leaders. It turned out to be enthralling to read; somewhat surprisingly so. I can recommend it to anyone who has a genuine interest in all aspects of WWII; as I have. The honesty displayed about some of the senior generals was refreshing and enhanced my understanding of some personalities; fulling them out where I had only partial understanding. A very fine read.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. excellent readBy Augustus R TonanI had the honor of knowing General Harmon. His book was very insight-full and a true "page turner"1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A poignant read for LeadersBy KevinThis book was mandatory reading for all Norwich University Cadets (I say "was" because it was issued to freshmen in the 80's). I've read this book now 4 times. The first time was as a freshman at Norwich in 1982. I did not realize the lessons General Harmon was trying to convey to me. As a newly minted platoon leader (1984); I read it again and understood a little more. As a field grade officer (1998) I read it again and the clarity of what the General was trying to convey became obvious. I am now reading it again (2014) and fully understand his perspective. ANYONE who is in a leadership position either in the Services or in Business should read this book. What an American and what a leader!
