Barnes's School History Of The United States

Barnes's School History of the United States is a revised edition of A Brief History of the United States, originally published in 1913. The author, Joel Dorman Steele, has updated the content to offer a comprehensive overview of American history, from the earliest Native American civilizations to the present day. The book is intended as a textbook for students in American schools, providing a detailed and engaging account of the country's political, economic, and cultural development.The book begins with an introduction to the geography of the United States, followed by a discussion of the Native American tribes that inhabited the land prior to European colonization. The subsequent chapters cover the arrival of the first European explorers, the establishment of the thirteen colonies, and the events leading up to the American Revolution. The book then delves into the formation of the new nation, the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the growth of industry and westward expansion in the late 19th century.Throughout the book, Steele provides detailed accounts of key events and figures in American history, including the Founding Fathers, Abraham Lincoln, and the Civil Rights Movement. The text is accompanied by numerous illustrations, maps, and timelines to help students visualize and understand the information presented.Overall, Barnes's School History of the United States is a comprehensive and accessible resource for anyone interested in learning about American history. It provides a thorough overview of the country's past, while also highlighting the key events and individuals that have shaped its present and future.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.