New States And New Frontiers Of The American West (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162913544)

New States And New Frontiers Of The American West is a book written by E. Douglas Branch that explores the history of the American West and its expansion from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different aspect of the West's development. Part One examines the creation of new states in the West, including the admission of California, Oregon, and other western territories into the Union. Branch discusses the political, social, and economic factors that led to the formation of these states and the challenges they faced in their early years. Part Two explores the frontier mentality that shaped the West and the people who inhabited it. The author looks at the role of cowboys, miners, and other pioneers in the West's development and how their experiences shaped the region's culture and identity. Finally, Part Three examines the impact of technology and modernization on the West. Branch discusses the expansion of railroads, the rise of industry, and the changing landscape of the West as a result of these developments. Throughout the book, Branch provides a detailed and engaging account of the American West's history, drawing on a wide range of sources and perspectives. He also includes maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the region's growth and development. New States And New Frontiers Of The American West is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of one of America's most fascinating and complex regions.THIS 202 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Westward: The Romance of the American Frontier, by E. Douglas Branch. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419167502.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: E. Douglas Branch
ISBN-10: 1162913541
ISBN-13: 9781162913544
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 202
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.43d