Source-Book Of American History (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163869734)

The Source-Book of American History is a comprehensive collection of primary source documents that trace the development of American history from its earliest beginnings to the present day. Compiled and edited by historian Albert Bushnell Hart, this book presents a wealth of original material, including letters, diaries, speeches, and government documents, that offer unique insights into the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States.The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter covering a specific period in American history. Beginning with the arrival of the first European explorers in the New World, the book moves through the colonial period, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction era. It also covers the rise of industrialization, the Progressive Era, World War I and II, and the Cold War.The Source-Book of American History includes a wide range of voices, from famous figures like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Franklin D. Roosevelt to ordinary citizens, slaves, and immigrants. The book also includes important documents such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Emancipation Proclamation.This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States. It provides a unique window into the past, offering readers a chance to experience history firsthand through the words and perspectives of those who lived it.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: Albert Bushnell Hart
ISBN-10: 1163869732
ISBN-13: 9781163869734
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 464
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.19d