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Type of bind: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 359.0097309033
EAN num: 9780393330328
ISBN number: 039333032X
Label: W. W. Norton
Manufacturer: W. W. Norton
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 592
Printing Date: March 03, 2008
Publishing house: W. W. Norton
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'A fluent, intelligent history...give[s] the reader a feel for the human quirks and harsh demands of life at sea.'—New York Times Book Review
Before the ink was dry on the U.S. Constitution, the establishment of a permanent military became the most divisive issue facing the new government. The founders—particularly Jefferson, Madison, and Adams—debated fiercely. Would a standing army be the thin end of dictatorship? Would a navy protect from pirates or drain the treasury and provoke hostility? Britain alone had hundreds of powerful warships.
From the decision to build six heavy frigates, through the cliff-hanger campaign against Tripoli, to the war that shook the world in 1812, Ian W. Toll tells this grand tale with the political insight of Founding Brothers and the narrative flair of Patrick O'Brian. 16 pages of illustrations.
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Excellent historical perspective of the US in its early history. Easy to read and kept my attention all the way through.
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This is truly a must read. While I am not in the field of naval history, it is an area of keen interest for me. This book was very well written with the perfect balance of detail and prose; it provides all the benefits of a top shelf history text and all the entertainment of a good war novel. I couldn't put it down!
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A helpful little book that sheds some light om the foundation of the US navy. I recommend it!
/Torbjörn Jerlerup
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The information in this book has been covered by many...but rarely if ever so clearly and informatively. This is a terrific review for anyone interested in American naval history.
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It appears that some of the reviewers are well versed in the subject, but for someone who has decent knowledge of early American history but zero education on the military, like me, this book delivers a readable, rich characterization of the time. My father in law is a retired US Navy officer, so I felt like I owe him the courtesy of reading this book.I can barely sail a milk carton, but was still fascinated by the detailed, jargon-filled battle scenes. This book is approachable, well researched, and an excellent example of historical writing.
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