The Fourth of July Encyclopedia
James R.
Heintze
ISBN
978-0-7864-2777-2
29 photos, appendix, bibliography, index
360pp.
hardcover
(7 x 10)
2007
Available for immediate shipment
Description
This is the first comprehensive reference work on America’s Independence Day. Bringing attention to persons, places, and events of historical significance, the book focuses on the Fourth of July as it has been commemorated over the span of more than two centuries, starting with the first celebrations: public readings of the Declaration of Independence that occurred within days of its signing.
Biographical sketches feature presidents (and how each celebrated the Fourth) and other politicians, famous soldiers, educators, engineers, scientists, athletes, musicians, and literary figures. Other topics include parks, monuments and statues dedicated on the Fourth; famous speeches and the personalities behind their stories; and general subjects of interest including education, abolition, temperance, African Americans, Native Americans, wars, transportation and holiday catastrophes.
About the Author
James R. Heintze is librarian emeritus at the American University Library in Washington, D.C. He has written numerous articles, reviews, and several books on a wide range of American music and culture.
Other Book(s) by James R. Heintze Available from McFarland:
Music of the Fourth of July
Reviews
“Comprehensive...the only encyclopedia of its kind...recommended”—Library Journal
“The historical and journalistic emphasis of the encyclopedia provides a special lens through which to view and further understand the meaning of the holiday...recommended”—Booklist/RBB
“Highly recommended”—Reference Reviews
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