About the book
By focusing on the Howe brothers, their political connections, their relationships with the British ministry, their attitude toward the Revolution, and their military activities in America, Gruber answers the frequently asked question of why the British failed to end the American Revolution in its early years. This book supersedes earlier studies because of its broader research and because it elucidates the complex personal interplay between Whitehall and its commanders.
Originally published in 1974.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Editions of The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780807812297
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780807896754
- EBook
- ISBN 9781469611303
- EBook
- ISBN 9798890879905
- EBook
- ISBN 9780807838884
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890879899
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By focusing on the Howe brothers, their political connections, their relationships with the British ministry, their attitude toward the Revolution, and their military activities in America, Gruber answers the frequently asked question of why the British failed to end the American Revolution in its early years. This book supersedes earlier studies because of its broader research and because it elucidates the complex personal interplay between Whitehall and its commanders.
Originally published in 1974.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution about?
By focusing on the Howe brothers, their political connections, their relationships with the British ministry, their attitude toward the Revolution, and their military activities in America, Gruber answers the frequently asked question of why the British failed to end the American Revolution in its early years. This book supersedes earlier studies because of its broader research and because it elucidates the complex personal interplay between Whitehall and its commanders.
Originally published in 1974.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition — UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out of print. These editions are published unaltered from the original, and are presented in affordable paperback formats, bringing readers both historical and cultural value.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: historical, political and military
Where can I read a sample of The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780807812297
How long is The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution and how many pages does it have?
The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution has 411 page(s)
Is The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Published by the Omohundro Institute of Early American History and Culture and the University of North Carolina Press
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution?
Ira D. Gruber
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Howe Brothers and the American Revolution is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807812297) and paperback(ISBN 9780807896754) and ebook(ISBN 9781469611303) and ebook(ISBN 9798890879905) and ebook(ISBN 9780807838884) and pdf(ISBN 9798890879899)
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