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LoC No.: 34036149
Title: America: A history
Note: Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: The United States -- Dominion of Canada -- South America, &c.
Credits:
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Adrian Mastronardi and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
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(This file was produced from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "America: A History" by Robert Mackenzie is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work provides a comprehensive overview of the major events and movements that shaped the history of America, including the discovery, colonization, and the foundational figures of the nation. It likely explores both the political and social developments that have influenced the American identity over time. The opening of the book introduces the theme of exploration and discovery in America, beginning with the historical context of European ignorance about the continent prior to Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492. It discusses the challenges faced by early navigators as they sought to cross the Atlantic, which included the development of the mariners' compass that allowed for greater exploration. Columbus's journey is detailed, emphasizing both his ambitions and the misconceptions he held about his discoveries. Other explorers, such as John Cabot and Ponce de León, are briefly mentioned as their endeavors reflect the broader European mindset driven by curiosity and the pursuit of wealth in this newfound land. The text sets a compelling stage for understanding the complex interplay of ambitions, challenges, and historical narratives surrounding America's early encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mackenzie, Robert, 1823-1881
EBook No.: 53314
Published: Oct 18, 2016
Downloads: 178
Language: English
Subject: America -- History
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 34036149
Title: America: A history
Note: Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: The United States -- Dominion of Canada -- South America, &c.
Credits:
Produced by Charlene Taylor, Adrian Mastronardi and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This file was produced from images generously made
available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "America: A History" by Robert Mackenzie is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work provides a comprehensive overview of the major events and movements that shaped the history of America, including the discovery, colonization, and the foundational figures of the nation. It likely explores both the political and social developments that have influenced the American identity over time. The opening of the book introduces the theme of exploration and discovery in America, beginning with the historical context of European ignorance about the continent prior to Christopher Columbus's voyage in 1492. It discusses the challenges faced by early navigators as they sought to cross the Atlantic, which included the development of the mariners' compass that allowed for greater exploration. Columbus's journey is detailed, emphasizing both his ambitions and the misconceptions he held about his discoveries. Other explorers, such as John Cabot and Ponce de León, are briefly mentioned as their endeavors reflect the broader European mindset driven by curiosity and the pursuit of wealth in this newfound land. The text sets a compelling stage for understanding the complex interplay of ambitions, challenges, and historical narratives surrounding America's early encounters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mackenzie, Robert, 1823-1881
EBook No.: 53314
Published: Oct 18, 2016
Downloads: 178
Language: English
Subject: America -- History
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.