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100	1		_aRidpath, John Clark, _d1840-1900
245	1	0	_aJames Otis, the Pre-Revolutionist
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1996
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 1996-11-01
520			_a"James Otis, the Pre-Revolutionist" by John Clark Ridpath is a historical account written during the late 19th century. The book delves into the life of James Otis, a prominent figure in the American Revolution known for his passionate advocacy for colonial rights and the call for independence from British rule. It aims to highlight Otis's contributions and character in the context of the revolutionary movements of his time. The opening of the text introduces us to the historical significance of James Otis, emphasizing his obscured grave in Boston and the legacy of his fervent outcry against tyranny. The narrative establishes Otis as a pivotal "pre-revolutionist," whose eloquence and leadership inspired his contemporaries toward independence. The beginning outlines his background, familial influences, education, and early career as a lawyer, showcasing his growing prominence in the political landscape of colonial America. It also hints at his eventual mental decline and the toll it took on his capacity to participate actively in the Revolution he helped to initiate, setting the stage for a historical retrospective on his life and impact. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aOtis, James, 1725-1783
700	1		_aAdam, G. Mercer _q(Graeme Mercer), _d1830-1912
700	1		_aEdmunds, Charles K. _q(Charles Keyser), _d1876-1949
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/722
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