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Lives of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence [Paperback]

Benson J. Lossing
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February 1, 1995
Most people know the importance of the Declaration of Independence, but few know much about its signers. This reprint of an 1848 original provides a brief biography on each of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration. Learn the virtues of these venerated Americans who helped create the most stable and enviable nation in the world.

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About the Author

David Barton is the founder of WallBuilders, an organization dedicated to presenting America's forgotten history and heroes, with an emphasis on our moral, religious, and constitutional heritage. David is author of numerous best-selling works and a national award-winning historian who brings a fresh perspective to history.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: WallBuilder Press; 1st edition (February 1, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0925279455
  • ISBN-13: 978-0925279453
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,072 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Every American middle & high school student must read this. I. Moffett  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
For anyone interested in the founding of the USA this is an excellent read. Frederick L. Merritt Jr.  |  9 reviewers made a similar statement
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153 of 158 people found the following review helpful
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Lives of The Signers by B. J. Lossing is a unique epic that traces the lives of fifty-seven of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. From John Adams , Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, to the lesser known men like Dr. Benjamin Rush. Lossing first published his book in 1848, a time when the new nation was young, and fresh. This book was used for many years in our country's public schools. I am pleased that this book is now available again from Wall Builders Press. Permit me to list just a few of the many men whose lives are sketched in this timeless volume.

Josiah Barlett of New Hampshire 1729-1795

William Whipple of New Hampshire 1730-1785

Matthew Thornton of New Hampshire 1714-1803

Elbridge Gerry of Massachusetts 1744-1814

All of these men were brilliant statesmen; they had a mind capacity that would far outreach many of our politicians today. These men understood law and government. Not only did they sign the Declaration, many drafted the U.S. Constitution years later. I believe this book belongs on every home-school family's shelf. This is a great read-aloud for the family because the short sketches are easy to follow, and it is very educational. There are many books like this one, for instance, A Worthy Company M. E. Bradford; however, Lives of the Signers is possibly the more in-depth. I heartily recommend this book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars 56 men who changed the course of history! June 26, 2007
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Ever wonder what happened to those men to which we, as Americans, are so deeply indebted who signed a document stating that they were willing to sacrifice their lives, their fortunes and their sacred honor? Well, according to the historical accounts presented in this book, many of those men we commonly refer to as the Founding Fathers, actually did sacrifice greatly to help establish and preserve this great nation and the fact that far too little is known of their great sacrifices is a tragedy in itself.

The book walks through the lives of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration of Independence in the order in which they signed - from the three delegates from New Hampshire to the signers from Georgia. Obviously some names are familiar such as John Hancock, John Adams, Samuel Adams, John Witherspoon, Benjamin Rush, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson. But little is known even about these great men regarding the extent of their personal sacrifice to the cause of this nation.

However, the essence of this book is in examining the lives of those lesser known men who gave up just as much, some even more, in the cause of freedom. Men such as Dr. Matthew Thorton from New Hampshire, who interestingly enough was absent on the Fourth of July when the vote was taken on the adoption of the Declaration, but who, approving of the measure, was subsequently given an opportunity to sign it personally. Many of these men were imprisoned during the Revolutionary War and some even suffered tremendous financial distress as they served as the primary funding for the conflict - several never regained their pre-war financial status and some passed away penniless!
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56 of 59 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful September 23, 2003
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I really enjoy reading books from this era (1848) for several reasons. First the style interests me. Second the positive and negative characteristics are sharply different. For example many of the signers are stated to have been good examples of piety. I am forced to wonder what a modern writer would have to say in such regard.

The topic of this work was also of great interest. One thing that struck me was the familiarity of the names. Counties streets, schools all sorts of things have very similar names. Also the amount that these men gave for all of us to enjoy what we do today is astounding. For anyone interested in the founding of the USA this is an excellent read. The book also contains chapters on the articles of confederation, stamp act and the constitution

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29 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This book was great for a Civics project on the signers September 17, 1998
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This book is educational and helpful to all Civics students that are working on this area. It gives an in depth view of the past, and educational look at the present and a great view of the Declaration of Independance that we so love in our country.
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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I heard about this book by a speaker who is a member of the "Wall Builders" on 'In Touch Ministries." We purchased this for ourselves and one for each of our young grandsons. We feel that it is important for them, for all of us actually, to know who these signers were and about the personal costs of their work for our country.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent inspirational book August 29, 2006
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This is an excellent and inspirational book. Reading of the dedication and sacrifice of the men who literally staked their lives and fortunes to found our nation is humbling and should inspire in us a wealth of gratitude. I heartily recommend this book to every American.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars LIVES OF SIGNERS OF DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE July 28, 2006
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This is an invaluable source of historical perspective on the Declaration of Independence itself as well as the lives of the signers. For anyone interested in the history surrounding the American Revolution it is a must.

It should be in every school library in the nation and the world.
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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for caring Americans. December 13, 2008
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This is such an eye opening book to what all these men wanted for their new country. They all were such men of vision & God fearing men. They wanted more for their children and children of this counties future. They set the goals high and so sad we have not held up our end of their future goals and ideals.
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5.0 out of 5 stars AAAAAMAZING!
What these signers went thru is amazing. The death the threats the awful treatment - all in the name of freedom.They never backed down even when confronted with death.... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Dal A. Butler II
3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting facts delivered but light on details
Interesting facts delivered on each signer but light on details. Many personal descriptions repetitively universal. I would recommend this to a new American history buff.
Published 2 months ago by James Stape
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow Excellent read
Wow! We, as Americans, really owe a lot to these special founders for what they sacrificed to ensure the beginning of a truely free nation. Important book!
Published 3 months ago by Catherine L Vairma
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Scholarly Research
This was a very impressive book. It entails quite a bit of reasearch. Many of us have been taught revisions of history at public educational institutions. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ann L. Wright
5.0 out of 5 stars awesome
a must read for every American! So much content - so much I never learned. Our nation was founded by great men who were humble before God.
Published 4 months ago by L. Molnar
5.0 out of 5 stars wife
she was watching a tv program heard about this book and wanted it so she got it still working her way through it
Published 4 months ago by Book Bob
5.0 out of 5 stars Required reading for any homeschooler.
Required reading for any homeschooler. These books will become more valuable than gold as academia continues to re-write history according to current events.
Published 4 months ago by RH
5.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular; clear and concise; beautiful literary work
This book contains a brief bio of the lives of the signers of the Declaration of Independence; also included are some of the Founding Documents. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Abigail Adams
5.0 out of 5 stars Signers of Declaration of Independence
Bought this for my wife who is a history teacher but i wound up reading it to educate myself
further on the wonderful history of this country. Read more
Published 5 months ago by John Eby
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!
Until I read this book, it had not really occurred to me the tremendous sacrifice faced by these courageous men. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Caroline
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