Tyrants and Rogues: Understanding the Declaration of Independence Kanako Nishi Newbery Medal Winning author Erin

Newbery Medal Winning author Erin Entrada Kelly

and why—and a meditation on the essence of our humanity

From the New York Times bestselling author of Kaikeyi

A murder mystery only Ernest Cunningham can solve in this delightfully clever and twisty new novel in Benjamin Stevenson’s bestselling series—perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Anthony Horowitz

Over a decade after its first publication

Tyrants and Rogues: Understanding the Declaration of Independence Kanako Nishi Newbery Medal Winning author ErinAn acclaimed historian presents a sweeping new look at the Declaration of Independence, focusing not on the lofty principles of the preamble but on the list of grievances levelled against King George III. For the 250 years since it was written and proclaimed to the world, the Declaration of Independence, and the immortal words of its preambleall men are created equal, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happinesshave animated those striving for freedom