A Journal by Thomas Hughes
For his Amusement, and Designed Only for his Perusal by the Time he Attains the Age of 50 if he Lives so Long (1778–1789)

Originally published in 1947, this book presents the text of a journal kept by Thomas Hughes from 1778–9.

Thomas Hughes (Author), E. A. Benians (Introduction by)

9781316509524, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 4 February 2016

204 pages
18 x 12.5 x 1.5 cm, 0.2 kg

Originally published in 1947, this book presents the text of a journal kept by Thomas Hughes from 1778–9. It includes an account of his experiences as a British officer during the American War of Independence, including a period in captivity. The manuscript of the journal, which had been in possession of his family, was previously unprinted at the time of publication. Detailed notes are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the American War of Independence and eighteenth-century history.

Introduction
Text of the Journal: 1778
1779
1780
1781
1782
1783
1784
1785
1786
1787
1788
1789.

Subject Areas: Early modern history: c 1450/1500 to c 1700 [HBLH]