The Achievements Of Four Centuries V2: Or, The Wonderful Story Of Our Great Continent Within And Beyond The States

By Benson John Lossing

Book Overview

The Achievements Of Four Centuries V2: Or, The Wonderful Story Of Our Great Continent Within And Beyond The States is a book written by Benson John Lossing. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of North America, covering the period from the arrival of Columbus in 1492 to the late 19th century. It is the second volume of a two-part series.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of North American history, including the colonial period, the American Revolution, and the expansion of the United States. It also covers the exploration and settlement of Canada, Mexico, and Central America.The author uses a narrative style to tell the story of North America, focusing on the people and events that shaped the continent. He includes biographies of important figures such as Christopher Columbus, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln, as well as descriptions of major battles and political movements.The book is illustrated with numerous engravings and maps that help to bring the story to life. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of North America and the people who made it what it is today.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: 1430464062
• ISBN13: 9781430464068
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 536 Pages
• Weight: 2.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"