Documentary Source Book of American History, 1606-1913

By William MacDonald

Book Overview

The Documentary Source Book of American History, 1606-1913 is a comprehensive anthology of primary source documents that chronicle the history of the United States from its earliest colonial beginnings to the early 20th century. Compiled and edited by William Macdonald, this book features a wide range of materials including letters, diaries, speeches, newspaper articles, and official government documents that offer insight into the key events, people, and ideas that shaped American history.The book is organized chronologically and covers major themes such as the colonial period, the American Revolution, westward expansion, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the rise of industrialization. It also includes lesser-known but equally important topics such as the women's suffrage movement, the labor movement, and the fight for civil rights.The primary sources in this book are drawn from a variety of perspectives, including those of political leaders, ordinary citizens, and marginalized groups. This diversity of voices allows readers to gain a more nuanced understanding of the complex social, political, and economic forces that have shaped American history.Overall, the Documentary Source Book of American History, 1606-1913 is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in exploring the rich and diverse history of the United States.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: 1432652044
• ISBN13: 9781432652043
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 668 Pages
• Weight: 2.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"