The City-State of Boston

The City-State of Boston reexamines the city's overlooked history as an independent, self-governing entity in early America, tracing its development from a utopian refuge to a thriving Atlantic trading hub. Drawing on extensive archives and featuring a diverse cast of figures, the audiobook explores Boston’s political and economic growth, its ties across the Atlantic, and the factors that led to its integration into the United States. It presents a nuanced look at how Boston’s autonomy was gradually diminished, revealing a fresh perspective on American history beyond traditional narratives.