Write a book review of The Kingdom of Matthias. The book is interesting and an odd story. For the book review, you will need to read closely and try to understand what the story tells us about the situation in 19th century America. Dont simply summarize the story. Rather, focus on understanding what the authors thesis was and what it makes clear about the wider context of these movements in the early 19th century United States. 2-4 pages.
Tips for Reading:
Look for argument about why these things happened
Look for examples that showcase that
Think about what convinces you and what confuses you
Structure:
1.Topic and Argument
2.Content with Examples (paraphrased and cited: (92-94))
3.Critique: What worked, what could be better, Did it succeed?