Official Review: Unfaltering Trust by Roy Ziegler
Posted: 21 Jul 2020, 08:52
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Unfaltering Trust" by Roy Ziegler.]
“Remember Paoli.” These two magical words were ingrained in every militiaman in the United States during wars. It was a rallying cry to encourage those fighting in battles after a shameful and devastating defeat to the British, back on September 21, 1777.
Unfaltering Trust sets off with the arrival of Edward Fitz Randolph Jr. in Plymouth Colony in 1630, from England. It was during the Great Migration from England in search of freedom and opportunity. It dwells on the Industrial Revolution and the Civil War to the modern era. The standout theme is the Revolutionary War.
The book also focuses on religion. A pre-Reformation Movement led by Wycliffe rejected many of the Roman Catholic beliefs. The actions of the Lollard Movement resulted in the separation of The Church of England from the Catholic Church. Divisions also arose in The Church of England. The Puritans (who adhered to the beliefs of The Church of England) began the practice of whipping and branding dissidents, especially the Quakers (were regarded as intruders). Despite this persecution, the Quakers remained steadfast. Their relentlessness set the pace for a tremendous milestone in American history. What about the events that led to the abolition of the slave trade? How much do you know about the lineage of President Obama and President Bush? Do you fathom the influence of the Randolph family on George Washington?
I had a lot of expectations when I accepted to review this book. As a historian, I was not disappointed at all. Crafting a book that spun through nine generations is an uphill task but, I can say safely that Roy Ziegler did his homework diligently. The author provided concrete evidence of his arguments. I guess this was a result of intensive research. I adored the brief information of the book in England. There was a stop in Holland (where other immigrants into the U.S. originated) too.
Being a big fan of The Constitution of America, I appreciated the role played by Thomas Maule. He came to his defense before a jury by claiming that the Court had no right to suppress his expression of religious belief. This event is considered pivotal in the eventual adoption of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution.
The character development of some personas was topnotch. In particular, I admired the valiance and determination of Captain Nathaniel Fitz Randolph. He fought gallantly in the thick of circumstances. Having been arrested and tortured in the deadly eighteenth-century winters, Washington bargained for his release. His burning desire (upon being released) to represent his nation claimed his life. It also inspired a multitude of people.
There was nothing that I did not like about this book. It is very informative. I got acquainted with a myriad of happenings and landmarks (such as Independence Hall and Philadelphia Tombstone of Captain Nathaniel Fitz Randolph) established many centuries/decades ago. It is what I liked most about it.
I recommend this book to anyone keen to learn about the foundation of the U.S. I presume historians will find Unfaltering Trust to be fascinating. There is no portrayal of profane words or sexual scenes. Based on its educative nature, I wholeheartedly rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. It was proofread by a professional since I noted a few typographical/grammatical errors (missed commas being the majority). The errors, however, did not affect my reading experience.
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Unfaltering Trust
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“Remember Paoli.” These two magical words were ingrained in every militiaman in the United States during wars. It was a rallying cry to encourage those fighting in battles after a shameful and devastating defeat to the British, back on September 21, 1777.
Unfaltering Trust sets off with the arrival of Edward Fitz Randolph Jr. in Plymouth Colony in 1630, from England. It was during the Great Migration from England in search of freedom and opportunity. It dwells on the Industrial Revolution and the Civil War to the modern era. The standout theme is the Revolutionary War.
The book also focuses on religion. A pre-Reformation Movement led by Wycliffe rejected many of the Roman Catholic beliefs. The actions of the Lollard Movement resulted in the separation of The Church of England from the Catholic Church. Divisions also arose in The Church of England. The Puritans (who adhered to the beliefs of The Church of England) began the practice of whipping and branding dissidents, especially the Quakers (were regarded as intruders). Despite this persecution, the Quakers remained steadfast. Their relentlessness set the pace for a tremendous milestone in American history. What about the events that led to the abolition of the slave trade? How much do you know about the lineage of President Obama and President Bush? Do you fathom the influence of the Randolph family on George Washington?
I had a lot of expectations when I accepted to review this book. As a historian, I was not disappointed at all. Crafting a book that spun through nine generations is an uphill task but, I can say safely that Roy Ziegler did his homework diligently. The author provided concrete evidence of his arguments. I guess this was a result of intensive research. I adored the brief information of the book in England. There was a stop in Holland (where other immigrants into the U.S. originated) too.
Being a big fan of The Constitution of America, I appreciated the role played by Thomas Maule. He came to his defense before a jury by claiming that the Court had no right to suppress his expression of religious belief. This event is considered pivotal in the eventual adoption of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution.
The character development of some personas was topnotch. In particular, I admired the valiance and determination of Captain Nathaniel Fitz Randolph. He fought gallantly in the thick of circumstances. Having been arrested and tortured in the deadly eighteenth-century winters, Washington bargained for his release. His burning desire (upon being released) to represent his nation claimed his life. It also inspired a multitude of people.
There was nothing that I did not like about this book. It is very informative. I got acquainted with a myriad of happenings and landmarks (such as Independence Hall and Philadelphia Tombstone of Captain Nathaniel Fitz Randolph) established many centuries/decades ago. It is what I liked most about it.
I recommend this book to anyone keen to learn about the foundation of the U.S. I presume historians will find Unfaltering Trust to be fascinating. There is no portrayal of profane words or sexual scenes. Based on its educative nature, I wholeheartedly rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. It was proofread by a professional since I noted a few typographical/grammatical errors (missed commas being the majority). The errors, however, did not affect my reading experience.
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Unfaltering Trust
View: on Bookshelves
It should appeal to very many history lovers. Great review!