The Making Of The Union (1899)

The Making of the Union is a historical book written by Lyon Gardiner Tyler and first published in 1899. The book explores the formation and development of the United States of America from the colonial period to the end of the Civil War. Tyler provides a detailed account of the key events, people, and ideas that shaped the nation, including the American Revolution, the drafting of the Constitution, and the struggle for abolition and civil rights.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific period or theme in American history. Tyler begins with the early colonial era and the founding of the first English settlements in North America. He then moves on to discuss the rise of the American Revolution and the subsequent formation of the United States as a new nation. Throughout the book, Tyler emphasizes the importance of individual liberty and democracy in American society, and traces the evolution of these ideas over time.In addition to his historical analysis, Tyler also includes numerous primary source documents, such as letters, speeches, and official documents, to provide readers with a firsthand account of the events and people he describes. The Making of the Union is a comprehensive and informative work that offers readers a deep understanding of the forces that shaped the United States into the nation it is today.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.