Joseph Warren

by John H. Cary

Preface
New England Boyhood
Doctor of Colonial Boston
Politics & Taxes
A Pen for Propaganda
Appeal to Force
Voice of the Minority
Tea & Treason
Resolves & Congresses
Crucible of War
Laurel on His Brow
Bibliography
Index

260 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1961

Reviews

[Niki (nikilovestoread) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Joseph Warren was a very interesting man who was very influential in Boston and whose ideas were presented during the first Continental Congresses. He is one of the historic figures that really led us to the Revolutionary War. He along with Samuel Adams really controlled the "mob" in Boston and pushed us towards fighting for freedom from England. It would have been really interesting to see what influences he would have had on our developing nation if he had not been killed in the early part of the war. This biography itself was interesting to read, but a little dull at times like reading a textbook. I would love to see a really good, current biographer write more about Joseph Warren.

[Galen Kaback · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good historical perspective of this often overlooked patriotic figure. Very interesting perspective on the build up to the Revolutionary war. It ends rather abruptly, which i guess is synchronicity with Warrens actual passing. Was enriching to learn about, and not something of my own druthers I would gravitate towards. Glad to have read it

[Lora Innes · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are only two biographies on Dr. Joseph Warren, and this is one is more recent than its predecessor by 100 years. It's also more readable.

John Cary breaks down Warren's life into chapters, each dealing with a theme most predominate during those years. This book is thoroughly researched, and well footnoted. Cary deals with the primary documents seemingly wherever possible. He makes the claim (and backs it up) that Warren, along with Samuel Adams, was the most influential men in starting the American Revolution. Which might surprise modern Americans who have never heard of him.

My only complaint with the book is his lack of attention to Warren's personal life. I think this came from the lack of surviving documentation concerning it, and also because Warren devoted so much of his life to his practice and politics that there was little time for anything else. There were several footnotes, however, that lead me to believe Cary had more information on the subject than he used.