Introductory American History (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162668314)

Introductory American History is a comprehensive textbook written by Henry Eldridge Bourne. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the United States from the colonial era to the early 20th century. The author covers various aspects of American history including political, economic, social, and cultural developments that shaped the nation. The book is divided into chapters that cover specific periods in American history. The first few chapters focus on the colonial era, the American Revolution, and the establishment of the United States government. The subsequent chapters cover the expansion of the United States, the Civil War, and Reconstruction. Bourne also discusses the growth of industrialization, immigration, and the emergence of the United States as a world power. The book also highlights significant events and figures in American history, including the Civil Rights Movement, the Great Depression, and the World Wars. The writing style is clear and easy to understand, making it an excellent resource for students and anyone interested in learning about American history. The book includes maps, illustrations, and primary source documents to enhance the reader's understanding of the material. Overall, Introductory American History by Henry Eldridge Bourne is a comprehensive and informative textbook that provides a thorough overview of the history of the United States. It is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the political, economic, social, and cultural developments that have shaped the nation.THE GAULS BURN ROME, 390 B.C. The Romans told stories of their defeats as well as of their victories. One of these tells how hosts of Gauls, a people of the same race as the forefathers of the French, streamed southward from the valley of the Po. The Romans were alarmed by such tall men, with fierce eyes, and fair, flowing hair, whose swords crashed through the frail Roman helmets.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: Henry Eldridge Bourne
ISBN-10: 1162668318
ISBN-13: 9781162668314
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.38d