American History: Comprising Historical Sketches Of The Indian Tribes; A Description Of American Antiquities (1855) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163956564)

American History: Comprising Historical Sketches Of The Indian Tribes; A Description Of American Antiquities is a book written by Marcius Willson and first published in 1855. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the United States, focusing on the indigenous peoples of North America and the archaeological remains of their civilizations. The first part of the book is dedicated to the Indian tribes of North America, providing historical sketches of their origins, cultures, and interactions with European settlers. The author delves into the various tribes that inhabited the continent, including the Iroquois, Cherokee, Sioux, and Navajo, among others. Willson also explores the impact of European colonization on these tribes, including the displacement of native peoples and the loss of their traditional ways of life. The second part of the book is devoted to American antiquities, covering the archaeological remains of the prehistoric civilizations that once thrived in North America. Willson discusses the ruins of ancient cities, the mysterious mounds of the Mississippi Valley, and the artifacts left behind by the indigenous peoples of the region. Overall, American History: Comprising Historical Sketches Of The Indian Tribes; A Description Of American Antiquities is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States and the peoples who inhabited the continent before the arrival of Europeans. The book offers a unique perspective on the country's past and sheds light on the rich cultural heritage of North America's indigenous peoples.With An Inquiry Into Their Origin And The Origin Of The Indian Tribes; History Of The United States, With Appendices Showing Its Connection With European History; History Of The Present British Provinces; History Of Mexico; And History Of Texas, Brought Down To The Time Of Its Admission Into The American Union.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: Marcius Willson
ISBN-10: 1163956562
ISBN-13: 9781163956564
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 712
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.06lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.42d