History of the American Frontier - Couverture souple

Paxson, Frederic L.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1722506903 ISBN 13 : 9781722506902

Editeur : G&D Media, 2024

Synopsis

A Masterwork and Winner of The Pulitzer Prize for History

Frederic L Paxson's History of the American Frontier offers a sweeping account of the American West and the country's westward expansion from 1763-1893.

This gripping journey through the heart of America's past is a must-read for every student of American history. Paxson masterfully paints a picture of how the land of the United States was settled over approximately 150 years, starting with the English settlers in New England and tracing the expansion across the continent, ending at the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Paxton's literary genius shines through in this meticulously researched chronicle as he takes a historical, geographic, and pragmatic view of Westward expansion. He masterfully illuminates the untamed expanses, courageous pioneers, and the pivotal events in American history, from the War for Independence to the Louisiana Purchase, regional conflicts with Native Americans as well as the Civil War. In addition to these events that shaped American history, Paxton offers keen insight into the intricacies behind the scenes of frontier finance, executive orders from Presidents Washington to Roosevelt, and an inside look at the corporations who constructed and managed the canals and railroads.

The vivid portrait Paxton paints of this captivating era in American history was worthy of The Pulitzer Prize he received in History for his portrayal of the intense struggles, the hard won triumphs and the pioneer spirt.

This beautifully designed edition includes 10 easy to read maps so the reader can follow along on the journey west.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Frederic Logan Paxson was an American historian. He also served as President of the Mississippi Valley Historical Association. He had undergraduate and PhD degrees from the University of Pennsylvania, as well as a master's from Harvard University

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: G&D Media
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1722506903
• ISBN 13: 9781722506902
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 566
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible