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The Fourth of July Encyclopedia

James R Heintze author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:McFarland & Co Inc

Published:30th Jun '13

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This is the first comprehensive reference work on America's Independence Day. Bringing attention to persons, places, and events of historical significance, the book focuses on the Fourth of July as it has been commemorated over the span of more than two centuries, starting with the first celebrations: public readings of the Declaration of Independence that occurred within days of its signing.

Biographical sketches feature presidents (and how each celebrated the Fourth) and other politicians, famous soldiers, educators, engineers, scientists, athletes, musicians, and literary figures. Other topics include parks, monuments and statues dedicated on the Fourth; famous speeches and the personalities behind their stories; and general subjects of interest including education, abolition, temperance, African Americans, Native Americans, wars, transportation and holiday catastrophes.

comprehensive...the only encyclopedia of its kind...recommended - Library Journal

""the historical and journalistic emphasis of the encyclopedia provides a special lens through which to view and further understand the meaning of the holiday...recommended"" - Booklist/RBB

""highly recommended"" - Reference Reviews

ISBN: 9780786477166

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 456g

360 pages