History - American
Discover a rich collection of texts that bring the story of the United States to life in the History - American category. From early colonization to pivotal moments like the Civil War and beyond, this selection covers diverse aspects of America's past. Explore detailed narratives and firsthand accounts that provide insights into the triumphs and challenges that shaped the nation. This category is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the unique threads of American history.
The Harroun Site: A Fulton Aspect Component of the Caddoan Area, Upshur County, Texas
Before a reservoir flooded the land, a crucial excavation unearths the secrets of an ancient culture buried beneath Texas soil..
By Edward B. Jelks
Bacon's Rebellion, 1676
In colonial Virginia, a fiery rebellion ignites as ordinary colonists, burdened by corruption and oppressive rule, rise against a powerful governor, forever changing the course of history.
By Thomas Jefferson Wertenbaker
Personal Memoirs of P. H. Sheridan, Volume 1, Part 1
Witness one man's journey from his family's immigration to America, to his partaking in some of America's bloodiest conflicts.
By Philip Henry Sheridan
Great Events in the History of North and South America
Explore legendary expeditions, colonial struggles, and cultural clashes that forged the destiny of a continent.
By Charles A. (Charles Augustus) Goodrich
Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable
Journey across America to discover the hidden stories within its historic walls, where the echoes of influential pioneers resonate through time.
By John T. (John Thomson) Faris
The Story of the Thirteen Colonies
Explore the rich tapestry of early America, from the lives of its first inhabitants to the arrival of European explorers, setting the stage for a revolution.
By H. A. (Hélène Adeline) Guerber
The slave-auction
Witness the heartbreaking sale of human lives as families are torn apart under the hammer of injustice and greed.
By John Theophilus Kramer
The Papers and Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 4: The Lincoln-Douglas Debates
Witness a pivotal moment in American history as two political rivals battle over the nation's future, grappling with slavery and equality in a series of fiery debates.
By Abraham Lincoln
Poems, Vol. IV
Find beauty in a world of emotion, nature, and society through the eyes of a poet reflecting on love, loss, and gratitude in this collection of early 20th-century verses.
By Hattie Howard
Seeing the Elephant
A tipsy farmer's life turns into a circus when he drunkenly buys an elephant, unleashing chaos upon his family and neighbors until a surprising solution emerges.
By George M. (George Melville) Baker
The educated Negro and his mission
In a time of racial struggle, an intellectual explores the power of education to uplift a people and carve a path towards true equality and progress.
By W. S. (William Sanders) Scarborough
A History of the Comstock Silver Lode & Mines Nevada and the Great Basin Region; Lake Tahoe and the High Sierras
Venture into the heart of the American West to explore the thrilling story of a silver strike that lured dreamers and shaped a state.
By Dan De Quille
Anti-Slavery Opinions before the Year 1800 Read before the Cincinnati Literary Club, November 16, 1872
Discover the forgotten voices that challenged the morality of slavery in America before the 19th century.
By William Frederick Poole
The Life and Times of Col. Daniel Boone, Hunter, Soldier, and Pioneer With Sketches of Simon Kenton, Lewis Wetzel, and Other Leaders in the Settlement of the West
Witness the transformation of a young hunter into a legendary explorer as he navigates the dangerous and untamed wilderness of early America.
By Edward Sylvester Ellis
The Declaration of Independence of the United States of America
A group of colonies declares its independence from Great Britain, citing grievances against the king and asserting its right to self-governance, based on the principles of equality, liberty, and democracy.
By Thomas Jefferson
Children of destiny
In rural Virginia, a boy's peaceful studies are disrupted by the arrival of a man whose presence brings secrets, rivalries, and complicated relationships to light.
By Molly Elliot Seawell
The American Race A Linguistic Classification and Ethnographic Description of the Native Tribes of North and South America
Venture into a world of languages and cultures to uncover the untold stories of the first inhabitants of the Americas.
By Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison) Brinton
A Girl's Student Days and After
Discover how young women in the early 20th century navigated their educational journeys, emphasizing personal growth, responsibility, and the power of friendship.
By Jeannette Augustus Marks
The Anti-Slavery Examiner, Omnibus
In a time of injustice, voices rise to challenge the chains of oppression and call for a nation to live up to its promise of liberty.
By American Anti-Slavery Society
Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy
A young surgeon recounts his journey through naval battles and personal goodbyes during the Civil War.
By John M. (John Mullin) Batten