Unnatural rebellion : loyalists in New York City during the Revolution / Ruma Chopra.

Author/creator Chopra, Ruma
Format Book
Publication InfoCharlottesville : University of Virginia Press, ©2011.
Descriptionx, 304 pages ; 24 cm.
Subjects
American loyalists--New York (State). --New York. --History.
New York (N.Y.)--History. --Revolution, 1775-1783.

SeriesJeffersonian America
Jeffersonian America. ^A426223
Contents Natural rights and natural ties : Britons in New York City -- "Uncommon phrenzy" : rebel usurpation, 1774-1776 -- "Quicken others by our example" : New Yorkers welcome the British -- "Lord pity this poor country" : loyalist resilience -- "Diversity of sentiments on the future conduct of the war" : loyalist clamor -- "A certificate of their necessity" : a mix of refugees and rules -- "The die had been cast" : loyalist divisions -- "Look yo Tory crew, and see what George your king can do" : loyalists unprotected -- Conclusion : loyalist patriotism exceeds loyalist power.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2010036114
ISBN9780813931098 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN0813931096 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN9780813931166 (e-book)
ISBN0813931169 (e-book)

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks E263.N6 C56 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold