Documents Illustrative Of American History, 1606-1863

By Howard Willis Preston

Book Overview

""Documents Illustrative Of American History, 1606-1863"" is a comprehensive collection of primary source documents that provide a detailed insight into the history of America from the early 17th century to the mid-19th century. Compiled by Howard Willis Preston, this book includes a wide range of documents that cover topics such as the early exploration of America, the American Revolution, the growth of slavery, and the Civil War.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific period in American history. Each section includes a brief introduction that provides context for the documents that follow. The documents themselves include letters, speeches, court records, and other primary sources that offer a firsthand account of the events and issues of the time.Some of the notable documents included in the book are the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the Gettysburg Address. The book also includes lesser-known documents that provide a unique perspective on American history, such as the diary of a Civil War soldier and the testimony of a slave who escaped to freedom.Overall, ""Documents Illustrative Of American History, 1606-1863"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of America. It provides a comprehensive overview of the major events and issues that shaped the country, as well as a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived through them.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: 1163282960
• ISBN13: 9781163282960
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 0.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"