The Real America in Romance: The Eagle's Wings the Age of Expansion 1868 to 1910 Part Thirteen

By Edwin Markham

Book Overview

The Real America in Romance: The Eagle's Wings the Age of Expansion 1868 to 1910 V13 is a book written by Edwin Markham. The book is part of a series that explores the history of America through the lens of romance. This particular volume focuses on the period between 1868 and 1910, which is known as the Age of Expansion.The book covers a variety of topics related to this period, including the growth of industry, the expansion of the railroad, and the settlement of the American West. It also explores the social and cultural changes that occurred during this time, such as the rise of the suffrage movement and the emergence of new forms of entertainment.Throughout the book, Markham uses a romanticized style of writing to convey the excitement and optimism of this period in American history. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help bring the era to life for readers.Overall, The Real America in Romance: The Eagle's Wings the Age of Expansion 1868 to 1910 V13 is a vivid and engaging exploration of a pivotal period in American history. It will appeal to anyone interested in the history of the United States, as well as those who enjoy romanticized accounts of the past.1909. Complete in Thirteen Volumes. An authentic history of America from the discovery to the present day profusely illustrated with portraits of historical characters and views of the sacred and memorable places of our native land edited by the noted American poet, Markham. The Contents: The Heart of Youth; Spain the Magnificent; Insults and Injuries; Hernando the Second; The Hacienda on the Hill; The Darkness Before the Dawn; The Rousing of Richard; The Wreck in Havana Harbor; The Young Man on the Steps; Half a World Away; The First of May; Cervera's Phantom Fleet; The Cork in the Bottle; Off for Cuba; The First Battle; The Woman in the Dusk; The Taking of San Juan; Sunday the Third; The Fall of Santiago; Ten Thousand Miles to Westward; Meminisse Juvabit; In the Hands of Filipinos; and The Eagle's Wings. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 141794496X
• ISBN13: 9781417944965
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 528 Pages
• Weight: 1.69 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"