The Land We Live In The Story of Our Country

"The Land We Live In" by Henry Mann is a late 19th-century historical work that recounts the story of America, emphasizing the significance of events and striving to illuminate familiar stories while also bringing attention to the less celebrated facts associated with the American Indians. Introducing the untouched land faced by European settlers and the intricate relationships with the original inhabitants of America, the historian offers a critical view of early colonial powers, particularly Spain, noting the rigidity, exploitation, and tragic suffering imposed on Indians, while setting the stage for an exploration of early American history marked by violent conflicts.