Life and Treason of Benedict Arnold by Jared Sparks
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"Life and Treason of Benedict Arnold" by Jared Sparks is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the life of Benedict Arnold, focusing particularly on the complexity of his character, his military career during the American Revolutionary War, and the events that ultimately led to his notorious act of treason. At the start of the narrative, the author outlines Arnold's early life, detailing his challenging upbringing and
early ambitions. Sparks describes Arnold's tumultuous personality, including his rebelliousness and ambition, which foreshadow his future choices. Starting from his enlistment as a soldier to ultimately commanding troops in significant military campaigns, such as the capture of Fort Ticonderoga, the opening chapter sets the stage for understanding how his character was shaped by both personal failings and external pressures, leading to the infamous decision that would mark his legacy as a traitor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sparks, Jared, 1789-1866 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 80116078 |
| Title | Life and Treason of Benedict Arnold |
| Credits | David Widger and Robert Homa |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | Generals -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 |
| Subject | United States. Continental Army -- Biography |
| Subject | Arnold, Benedict, 1741-1801 |
| Subject | American loyalists -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 49500 |
| Release Date | Jul 21, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 515 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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