The American Frontier: Our Unique Heritage (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163815335)

The American Frontier: Our Unique Heritage is a comprehensive book written by Nelson Beecher Keyes that explores the history and significance of the American frontier. The book delves into the cultural, social, and economic impact of the frontier on American society, and how it shaped the country's identity and values.Keyes begins by examining the early European exploration and settlement of America, and the conflicts and interactions between the native peoples and the newcomers. He then chronicles the westward expansion of the United States, from the Louisiana Purchase to the California Gold Rush, and the role of pioneers and settlers in shaping the frontier.The author also explores the impact of the frontier on American politics and democracy, including the concept of manifest destiny and the debates over slavery and westward expansion. He discusses the cultural and artistic expressions of the frontier, such as literature, music, and art, and the lasting legacy of these works.Throughout the book, Keyes emphasizes the unique qualities of the American frontier, including its diversity, individualism, and spirit of innovation. He argues that these qualities continue to shape American identity and values today, and that understanding the frontier is essential to understanding the country as a whole.Overall, The American Frontier: Our Unique Heritage is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the history and significance of the American frontier. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, culture, and identity.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: Nelson Beecher Keyes
ISBN-10: 1163815330
ISBN-13: 9781163815335
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 384
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.13lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.79d