Cradle of violence : how Boston's waterfront mobs ignited the American Revolution / Russell Bourne.

Contents The maritime origins of a mutinous town -- The seaport's first revolt -- The rising of the mobs -- The South End gang and the Stamp Act -- The sailors' Liberty Tree -- Tar, feathers, and terror -- A dockside riot and the massacre -- The Maritime Workers' tea party -- The fighting spirit of a besieged Boston -- Epilogue : "public liberty" : an enduring dream.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 251-257) and index.
LCCN 2005026870
ISBN0471675512 (cloth)
ISBN9780471675518

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Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks E215 .B68 2006 ✔ Available Place Hold