Captain Shays: A Populist Of 1786

By George Robert Russell Rivers

Book Overview

""Captain Shays: A Populist of 1786"" is a historical non-fiction book written by George Robert Russell Rivers. The book delves into the life and legacy of Daniel Shays, a farmer and former Revolutionary War captain who led a rebellion against the Massachusetts government in 1786. The rebellion, known as Shays' Rebellion, was a response to the economic and political oppression faced by farmers in the aftermath of the American Revolution. Rivers provides a detailed account of Shays' life, including his early years as a farmer, his service in the Continental Army, and his eventual leadership of the rebellion. The book also explores the social and economic conditions that led to the rebellion, such as high taxes, debt, and lack of representation in government. Through his research and analysis, Rivers argues that Shays was not just a rebellious figure, but a populist who fought for the rights of the common people. He also sheds light on the aftermath of the rebellion, including the impact it had on the U.S. Constitution and the formation of political parties. Overall, ""Captain Shays: A Populist of 1786"" is a well-researched and informative book that provides a deeper understanding of an important moment in American history and the man who led it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163287334
• ISBN13: 9781163287330
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"