Publisher's Synopsis
""Give Me Liberty: The Struggle For Self Government In Virginia"" by Thomas Jefferson Wertenbaker is a historical account of the early years of Virginia's struggle for self-government. The book covers the period from the founding of Jamestown in 1607 to the American Revolution. Wertenbaker provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and economic forces that shaped Virginia's development during this time. He explores the role of key figures such as John Smith, Pocahontas, and Patrick Henry, and examines the impact of events such as Bacon's Rebellion and the Stamp Act. The book also delves into the relationship between Virginia and the British Empire, and the tensions that eventually led to the American Revolution. Overall, ""Give Me Liberty"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of Virginia's struggle for self-government, and its significance in the broader context of American history.Memoirs Of The American Philosophical Society Held At Philadelphia For Promoting Useful Knowledge, Volume 46.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.
