Dive into the gripping chronicles of the American Revolution with "Spirit of 74: How the American Revolution Began" by Ray and Marie Raphael. This compelling hardcover edition invites readers to explore the fascinating narrative of how ordinary people in Massachusetts transitioned from resistance to revolution in a single year, starting with the iconic Boston Tea Party. The authors expertly weave together a concise, lively story, incorporating well-chosen quotations and anecdotes that bring to life the grassroots transformation that laid the groundwork for the famous battles of Lexington and Concord. With a focus on the revolutionary period from 1775 to 1800 and the colonial period from 1600 to 1775, this book offers a rich historical context that deepens the meaning of our nation's founding moments.