Historical Atlas of the United States

Inbunden, Engelska, 2002

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Beskrivning

Designed for all libraries, this large-format, full-color atlas is an authoritative guide to the history of the United States. From the formation of the continent up through current events and information based on the most recent census, this work uses the geography of the United States to portray the history of the land and its people. The 300-plus maps tell the engaging story of America with detailed, clear information; accompanying text highlights key information presented in each map. An indispensable tool for students and educators alike, the Historical Atlas of the United States is destined to become a classic in the field.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2002-12-27
Mått:229 x 301 x 28 mm
Vikt:1 460 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:304
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:9780415941112

Utforska kategorier

Amerikas historia inom Historia och arkeologi
Historisk geografi inom Historia och arkeologi
Geografi inom Naturvetenskap och teknik

Recensioner i media

'Chapter introductions are well written... The cartography...clearly depicts the subject matter... The atlas is balanced and comprehensive in coverage... Recommended. General readers and undergraduates.' - Choice'A useful companion... [with] currency and unique content.' - Booklist/RBB'Well conceived as an historical reference resource... An excellent resource for many projects... I would strongly recommend the Historical Atlas of the United States for college and university libraries and historians.' - Western Association of Map Libraries Information Bulletin

Innehållsförteckning

Sections include: North America * First Americans * Contact, Exploration by Europeans * Colonial Expansions and Settlements * Colonial Contention * The Eve of War * Revolution and War * The New State * People of the New Nation * The State Expands * War of 1812 * Westward Ho * War in the West Discovery and Migrations * The State of Union * The Civil War * Reconstruction and Expansion * Course of Empire * The American Crusade * The Engine of War * Post-War America, At Home and Abroad * The New World Order