Colonial Days: A Historical Reader (1908)

By Wilbur Fisk Gordy

Book Overview

Colonial Days: A Historical Reader is a book written by Wilbur Fisk Gordy and published in 1908. The book is a collection of historical stories and essays that provide a glimpse into the colonial period of American history. The book covers a range of topics, including the lives of Native Americans, the arrival of the first settlers, the establishment of the thirteen colonies, and the struggles and triumphs of the colonists.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of colonial life. The first chapter, for example, describes the life of the Native Americans before the arrival of the Europeans. The following chapters cover the arrival of the first settlers, the establishment of Jamestown and Plymouth, the Salem Witch Trials, and the French and Indian War.Throughout the book, Gordy uses a narrative style that is engaging and easy to follow. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps that help to bring the stories to life. The book is designed to be used as a textbook or as a supplement to a history curriculum, making it an excellent resource for students and teachers alike.Overall, Colonial Days: A Historical Reader is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the colonial period of American history. With its engaging writing style and rich illustrations, it is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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: 1165379457
• ISBN13: 9781165379453
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"