American Expansion: A Book of Maps (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258229337)

American Expansion: A Book of Maps is a comprehensive guide to the territorial expansion of the United States from the colonial period to the present day. Written by Randall D. Sale, this book is a collection of detailed maps that illustrate the various stages of American expansion, including the acquisition of new territories, the settlement of the West, and the growth of the United States as a world power.The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a specific period in American history. Each chapter includes a series of maps that show the territorial changes that occurred during that time, as well as detailed explanations of the events and policies that drove those changes.The maps themselves are beautifully rendered and highly detailed, with a wealth of information about the geography, topography, and political boundaries of the areas depicted. In addition to the maps, the book also includes a wealth of historical information, including timelines, photographs, and primary source documents.Overall, American Expansion: A Book of Maps is an essential resource for anyone interested in American history, geography, or politics. With its comprehensive coverage and stunning visuals, it is sure to be a valuable addition to any library or personal collection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Randall D. Sale, Edwin D. Karn
ISBN-10: 1258229331
ISBN-13: 9781258229337
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/17/2012
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d