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>The American Revolution: A History by Gordon S. Wood

>The book traces the origins of the revolution from the increasing tensions between Britain and its American colonies following the Seven Years’ War. Wood explores how British attempts to tighten imperial control and raise revenue—through acts like the Stamp Act and Townshend Duties—fueled resentment among colonists, who believed their rights as Englishmen were being violated. This ideological clash centered on issues of representation, sovereignty, and natural rights.

>Wood then examines how colonial resistance escalated from protest to outright rebellion, culminating in the Declaration of Independence in 1776. He highlights the complex motivations of revolutionaries, showing how Enlightenment ideals, local grievances, and fear of tyranny combined to inspire the break from Britain.

>In the aftermath of war, the book turns to the revolutionary impact on American society. Wood shows that the Revolution brought sweeping changes, including the spread of democratic ideas, the weakening of aristocratic structures, and the rise of egalitarianism.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/550925.The_American_Revolution