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Opinionated and profoundly undeferential, taverngoers did more than drink; they forced their political leaders to consider whether and how public opinion could be represented in the counsels of a newly independent nation.

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"A gold mine. . . . The author creates a fascinating story, rich in tidbits and anecdotes." * Choice *
"A marvelous book about an important, interesting, and diverting subject." * American Historical Review *
"Thompson is surely right about the long term change: the class stratification of tavern culture did cause some people to stop hearing voices with contrary opinions." * William and Mary Quarterly *
"An important, provocative book." * Labour/Le Travail *

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      Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/12/1998
      ISBN13: 9780812216646, 978-0812216646
      ISBN10: 0812216644

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Opinionated and profoundly undeferential, taverngoers did more than drink; they forced their political leaders to consider whether and how public opinion could be represented in the counsels of a newly independent nation.

      Trade Review
      "A gold mine. . . . The author creates a fascinating story, rich in tidbits and anecdotes." * Choice *
      "A marvelous book about an important, interesting, and diverting subject." * American Historical Review *
      "Thompson is surely right about the long term change: the class stratification of tavern culture did cause some people to stop hearing voices with contrary opinions." * William and Mary Quarterly *
      "An important, provocative book." * Labour/Le Travail *

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