Toward Happier Choices
Deconstructing the Story of the
American Revolution
A cultural biography exploring
faith, resilience, society, and
personal choices, challenging
perspectives on trauma,
independence, and
fundamentalist beliefs.
Allen C. Criner is retired from a 50 year career in Medical Rehabilitation, Forensic Examiner, Clinical Director , Healthcare Administrator, Psychotherapist, Jungian Analyst, Professional Entrepreneur, Adjunct Graduate School Faculty in Rehabilitation, Principle and Co-principle investigator on numerous applied research projects and serving on numerous Advisory councils for Business Health and Disability Management. He has also served as an international Accreditor of Rehabilitation Facilities for over 20 years. He is a student of European History, Colonial and Early American History from a young age and with his passion for study of history, has since retirement has over 8 years of experience as a History Interpreter for several well known Historical Foundations in the USA.
Allen C. Criner remains actively engaged in both professional and historical communities and is always open to meaningful discussions, collaborations, and opportunities. He can be reached directly at allencriner@gmail.com
The American Revolution is often remembered as a noble fight for liberty, but the truth is far more complex. This book strips away the myths to reveal the hidden forces behind independence land speculation, smuggling, taxation, corruption, and global power struggles. It uncovers how self-interest and ambition shaped the path to revolution as much as lofty ideals of freedom.
From the struggles of colonists and Indigenous nations to the overlooked voices of Loyalists and the decisive roles of France and Spain, this gripping account reframes the Revolution as a messy civil conflict with global consequences. Bold, unflinching, and deeply researched, it challenges everything we thought we knew about America’s founding
