The Life Of Thomas Hutchinson: Royal Governor Of The Province Of Massachusetts Bay (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548138465)

The Life of Thomas Hutchinson: Royal Governor of the Province of Massachusetts Bay is a biography written by James K. Hosmer. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and political career of Thomas Hutchinson, who served as the governor of Massachusetts Bay Colony from 1769 to 1774.Hosmer delves into Hutchinson's early life, his education, and his rise to political power in the colony. The book explores Hutchinson's views on colonial governance, his relationship with the British government, and his role in the events leading up to the American Revolution.Through extensive research, Hosmer provides a detailed account of Hutchinson's controversial policies, including his support of the Stamp Act and his opposition to colonial resistance. The book also examines Hutchinson's personal life, including his family, his religious beliefs, and his literary pursuits.Overall, The Life of Thomas Hutchinson offers a nuanced and insightful portrait of a complex figure in American history. It sheds light on the political and social climate of colonial Massachusetts, and provides valuable context for understanding the causes and consequences of the American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: James K. Hosmer
ISBN-10: 054813846X
ISBN-13: 9780548138465
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 496
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.97lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.25d