Jill Lepore - The Name of War: King Philip's War and the Origins of American Identity

Pros: Solid research, strong academic writing style

Cons: Focus meanders a bit, dry at times

The Bottom Line: Excellent reading for those with an interest in early colonial America, particularly academics. Not ideal as a basic introductory account to King Philip's War.

Review: Marlborough has been laid waste, with only three houses left standing. In Narragansett, Warwick and Providence almost all buildings have been destroyed. Many houses have been burnt in Springfield, Scituate, Lancaster, Brookfield and Northampton. The...