Declaration: The Story of American Independence by Watson, Robert P.
Declaration: The Story of American Independence by Watson, Robert P.

Declaration: The Story of American Independence

Declaration uncovers the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the most iconic document in U.S....
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Author: Robert P. Watson
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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Declaration: The Story of American Independence by Watson, Robert P.

Declaration: The Story of American Independence

$132.99 $70.00
Declaration: The Story of American Independence by Watson, Robert P.

Declaration: The Story of American Independence

$132.99 $70.00
Author: Robert P. Watson
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description

Declaration uncovers the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the most iconic document in U.S. history.

Robert P. Watson delves into the complex and often misunderstood origins of the Declaration, revealing how a series of missteps by the British Crown, shifting colonial sentiments, and a convergence of enlightened thinkers led to a revolutionary moment that changed the course of history.

Drawing from a wealth of primary sources-including letters, diaries, newspapers, and diplomatic communiqués-Watson reconstructs the debates, drafts, and drama that surrounded the Declaration's creation.
Complete with a unique look into the influence of women, enslaved individuals, and indigenous peoples, Declaration brings to light the diverse cast of characters and perspectives that shaped the American experiment. It explores the document's philosophical roots, its political impact, and the enduring struggle to realize its lofty promises of liberty and equality.

Author: Robert P. Watson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Published: 02/19/2026
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 8.97h x 6.33w x 1.15d
ISBN: 9798216371557


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 01/01/2026

About the Author

Robert Watson holds the titles Distinguished Professor of American History, Avron Fogelman Research Professor, and Assistant Director of the Center for Citizenship & Civility at Lynn University and was formerly Senior Fellow with the Florida Joint Center for Citizenship. His publications include over 40 books on topics in politics and history, including, most recently
- George Washington's Final Battle: The Epic Struggle to Build a Capital City and Nation (2021), winner of the Gold Medal in History at the Independence Publishers Awards.


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