Literati Book Club - RESCHEDULED FOR 7/10/2026
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CANCELLED AND
RESCHEDULED FOR 7/10/26
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of America's Declaration of Independence, the June 2026 Selection is:
DECLARATION
The Story of American Independence
by Robert Watson
Declaration uncovers the lesser-known stories, surprising twists, and forgotten voices behind the most iconic document in U.S. history.
Robert P. Watson is an award-winning author and history professor at Lynn University in Boca Raton. In Declaration, he delves into the complex and often misunderstood origins of the Declaration, revealing how a series of missteps by the British Crown, shifting colonial sentiments, and a convergence of enlightened thinkers led to a revolutionary moment that changed the course of history.
Drawing from a wealth of primary sources-including letters, diaries, newspapers, and diplomatic communiqués-Watson reconstructs the debates, drafts, and drama that surrounded the Declaration's creation.
Complete with a unique look into the influence of women, enslaved individuals, and indigenous peoples, Declaration brings to light the diverse cast of characters and perspectives that shaped the American experiment. It explores the document's philosophical roots, its political impact, and the enduring struggle to realize its lofty promises of liberty and equality.
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