The Story Of The Thirteen Colonies (1898)

The Story of the Thirteen Colonies is a historical book written by Helene Adeline Guerber in 1898. The book provides a detailed account of the thirteen original colonies that formed the United States of America. It covers the period from the arrival of the first settlers in Jamestown, Virginia in 1607 to the American Revolution and the birth of the new nation in 1776.Guerber's work is a comprehensive history of the thirteen colonies, covering their founding, development, and eventual independence. The book is divided into chapters that focus on each colony, providing information about its geography, economy, politics, and culture. The author also discusses the role of religion in the colonies and the interactions between the colonists and Native Americans.In addition to the individual colony histories, the book also covers important events and figures in colonial history, such as the Salem Witch Trials, the French and Indian War, and Benjamin Franklin. The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both students and general readers interested in American history.Overall, The Story of the Thirteen Colonies is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the origins of the United States and the important role played by the original colonies in shaping the nation's history.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.