Berard's History of the United States

By Augusta Blanche Berard

Book Overview

Berard's History of the United States is a comprehensive account of the history of the United States from the time of its discovery by Europeans to the end of the Reconstruction era. Written by Augusta Blanche Berard and published in 1878, the book covers the major events and personalities that shaped the nation's history, including the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction period that followed.The book begins with an overview of the Native American tribes that inhabited the land before the arrival of Europeans, and then goes on to describe the first European explorers and settlers, including Christopher Columbus, the Pilgrims, and the Jamestown colonists. From there, Berard covers the major political, social, and economic developments in the United States, including the growth of slavery, the fight for independence from Britain, and the expansion of the country westward.Berard's History of the United States also provides detailed accounts of the major conflicts that have shaped the nation's history, including the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and the Civil War. The book covers the major battles and campaigns of these conflicts, as well as the political and social factors that led to them.In addition to its historical content, Berard's History of the United States also provides insights into the culture and daily life of Americans throughout history. The book discusses the arts, literature, and music of different eras, as well as the social and economic conditions that shaped the lives of ordinary people.Overall, Berard's History of the United States is a comprehensive and engaging account of the nation's history that provides readers with a deep understanding of the events and people that have shaped the country.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120162130
• ISBN13: 9781120162137
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"