Beginning with a historical essay on prerevolutionary America, The American Revolution presents articles that debate the seminal issues of this fascinating era. Chapters discuss prewar disputes, patriotic versus loyalist views, and wartime concerns.
Don Nardo (born February 22, 1947) is an American historian, composer, and writer. With close to four hundred and fifty published books, he is one of the most prolific authors in the United States, and one of the country's foremost writers of historical works for children and teens.
That description is inaccurate. In fact I think it is a misplaced description, written for a different book. This book is a perfect introduction to understanding weapons and warfare of the American Revolution. It will certainly prepare a novice student of the war for further readings.