How Long to Read Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution

How Long Does it Take to Read Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 20 minutes to read Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution by Walter S. Dunn Jr.

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Contrary to common understanding, in the backcountry at least, the American Revolution was fought over land rather than democratic ideals. In this book, historian Walter Dunn reveals the true nature of the conflicting interests on the frontier, demonstrating that the primary issues there, land and the fur trade, were, in fact, the basis of the conflict between the local colonists and Britain. Diverse Indian groups, wealthy land speculators, humbler settlers, fur traders, and the British government all had conflicting designs on the rich lands west of the Appalachian Mountains. The conflict on the frontier during the Revolution has been described as one of heroic settlers defending their farms against attacks by the British army, the Tories, and the Indians. In truth, the situation was far more complex. For many on the frontier, the primary motive for fighting was not defending farms, but acquiring vast tracts of land for later resale at enormous profit. Native Americans, in contrast, were motivated by the desire to retain control of their homeland, for without their hunting grounds and cornfields, they would starve. Going beyond accepted theory, Dunn explores why those on the frontier reacted to the conflict as they did. He demonstrates how the various economic groups were forced to decide whether they should side with Britain or the colonists or if possible remain neutral, and the forces that governed those choices. Finally, he reveals how the decisions made on the frontier during the Revolution had a lasting impact on the post-war situation in the West, delaying western expansion by nearly two decades.

How long is Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution?

Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution by Walter S. Dunn Jr. is 196 pages long, and a total of 50,176 words.

This makes it 66% the length of the average book. It also has 61% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution aloud.

What Reading Level is Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution?

Choosing Sides on the Frontier in the American Revolution is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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