Paul A. Gilje is a historian whose work often focuses on American social history. He is best known for American artisans, a book that brings to life the stories of craftspeople in early America.
Liberty on the Waterfront
Liberty on the Waterfront
Synopsis
This book explores American maritime culture during the Age of Revolution, vividly detailing life aboard warships, merchantmen, and whalers, and the interactions between sailors and those on shore. It highlights the significant role mariners played in the resistance against Great Britain and their unique understanding of liberty. The story continues through post-revolutionary conflicts, showing how the American Jack Tar became a powerful national symbol. Finally, it examines how the ideals of the era were expressed by maritime workers in literature, including works by Melville and Cooper.
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Horace LaneCameo
Herman MelvilleCameo
James Fenimore CooperCameo
Richard Henry DanaCameo
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Early American Studies
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Liberty on the WaterfrontHardcover, Nove
360 pages
University of Pennsylvania PressLanguage: EnglishISBN: 97808122375663 editions available
