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Among the powers of the earth: the American Revolution and the making of a new world empire

Year: 2012

Type: book-review

Abstract: The Revolution s aspiration was summed up by the phrase life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Yet the American founding was also a bid for inclusion in the community of nations. According to Eliga Gould, America aspired to diplomatic recognition under international law and the authority to become an Atlantic colonizing power itself.

Source: Choice Reviews Online

DOI: 10.5860/choice.50-0475

Author: Gould, Eliga H. 1961-

Language: English

Topic: American Constitutional Law and Politics

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W1557799459

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