Discover the riveting story of The Howe Dynasty, a compelling exploration of an influential family in British history during the American Revolution. In this meticulously researched book, Julie Flavell uncovers the hidden narratives of the Howe family, particularly focusing on Caroline Howe, sister to Admiral Richard Howe and General William Howe. Through Caroline's previously overlooked letters, Flavell provides unique insights into a family often regarded as impenetrable to historians. This book elegantly weaves together the perilous military campaigns of the American Revolution, including the significant Battles of Bunker Hill and Long Island, with intricate social dynamics back in England, showcasing how extraordinary women like Caroline shaped events during peacetime and war. As you delve into the 480 pages of this brand-new hardcover edition published by W W Norton & Company in 2021, you'll gain a fresh perspective on the crucial roles that women played in shaping history and how their stories have remained hidden until now. Perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in learning about the effects of familial ties in tumultuous times, The Howe Dynasty is a must-read for those looking to understand this pivotal era. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781631490613
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 480


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In December 1774, Benjamin Franklin met Caroline Howe, the sister of British Admiral Richard and General William Howe, in a London drawing room for "half a dozen Games of Chess." As Julie Flavell reveals, the games concealed a matter of the utmost diplomatic urgency, a last-ditch attempt to forestall the outbreak of war.


Aware that the Howes, both the men and the women, have seemed impenetrable to historians, Flavell investigated the letters of Caroline Howe, which have been overlooked for centuries. Using these revelatory documents, Flavell provides a compelling reinterpretation of England's famous family across four wars, centering on their enigmatic roles in the American Revolution. The Howe Dynasty interweaves action-packed stories of North American military campaigns-including the Battles of Bunker Hill and Long Island-with parlor-room intrigues back in England, creating a riveting narrative that brings alive the influence of these extraordinary women in both peacetime and war.