The Whiskey Rebellion: Past and Present Perspectives

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Interpretations of the [Whiskey Rebellion] have been many and varied over the years. Boyd presents an anthology composed of both old and recent scholarship that highlights the conflicting interpretations. Although the work is not meant to be definitive, it will certainly add to an understanding of this event and assist scholars in future research. Contributors are all published authorities in the field. The collection is well organized, contains informative endnotes and pertinent appendixes. Readers with an interest in history will find the book useful and interesting. A must buy for college, university, and larger public libraries.-Choice
"Interpretations of the Whiskey Rebellion have been many and varied over the years. Boyd presents an anthology composed of both old and recent scholarship that highlights the conflicting interpretations. Although the work is not meant to be definitive, it will certainly add to an understanding of this event and assist scholars in future research. Contributors are all published authorities in the field. The collection is well organized, contains informative endnotes and pertinent appendixes. Readers with an interest in history will find the book useful and interesting. A must buy for college, university, and larger public libraries."-Choice
"Interpretations of the [Whiskey Rebellion] have been many and varied over the years. Boyd presents an anthology composed of both old and recent scholarship that highlights the conflicting interpretations. Although the work is not meant to be definitive, it will certainly add to an understanding of this event and assist scholars in future research. Contributors are all published authorities in the field. The collection is well organized, contains informative endnotes and pertinent appendixes. Readers with an interest in history will find the book useful and interesting. A must buy for college, university, and larger public libraries."-Choice

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