The Autobiography of Ashley Bowen (1728-1813)
The first American sailor known to write his own autobiography, Ashley Bowen remains a valuable storyteller who can speak to today’s readers about the maritime world in the age of sail. Ashley Bowen began his seafaring career at the age of eleven. After leaving the sea, Bowen spent the rest of his days as a…
Common Sense
When Common Sense was published in January 1776, it sold, by some estimates, a stunning 150,000 copies in the colonies. What exactly made this pamphlet so appealing? This is a question not only about the state of mind of Paine’s audience, but also about the role of public opinion and debate, the function of the…
Editorial
Who to Contact? Marjorie MatherEditor, English StudiesAcquiring in: English Studies; CommunicationsEmail Brett McLenithanEditor, Composition and RhetoricAcquiring in: Composition and Rhetoric; HistoryEmail Stephen LattaEditor, PhilosophyAcquiring in: Philosophy; PoliticsEmail
Why Publish with Broadview?
Broadview: An Introduction A name never says it all, but the word “Broadview” expresses a good deal of the philosophy behind our company. We are open to a broad range of academic approaches and political viewpoints. We welcome feminist perspectives, and we have a particular interest in addressing environmental issues. Our publishing program is internationally-oriented,…