American Radical

What caused the American colonies to revolt against England in 1776? Was it really just about tea? What were the "long train of abuses" mentioned in the Declaration of Independence? This book aims to answer those questions through the eyes of one of history's most enigmatic figures, Benjamin Franklin. Some key events that are covered in the book are: • The Currency Act of 1764 • The Stamp Act of 1765 • The formation of the Sons of Liberty and the rallying cry "No taxation without representation." • The Townshend Acts of 1767 • The Boston Massacre • The Tea Act of 1773 • The Boston Tea Party • The Intolerable Acts of 1774 Included are historical quotes from Benjamin Franklin and others with a bibliography section in the back. "This is a history book disguised as a thrilling graphic novel."