The Duke of Stockbridge: A Romance of Shays' Rebellion

The Duke of Stockbridge: A Romance of Shays' Rebellion is a historical novel by Edward Bellamy, first published in 1900. Set against the backdrop of Shays' Rebellion, the story follows Captain Perez Hamlin and the residents of Stockbridge as they confront economic injustice and societal upheaval in post-Revolutionary War Massachusetts. The narrative begins with a vivid depiction of the village preparing for conflict, highlighting personal and communal struggles amidst broader socio-political challenges.