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.
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
Erskine Dale—Pioneer
In a time of conflict between settlers and Native Americans, a young boy of mixed heritage must find his place while navigating a dangerous frontier teeming with blossoming relationships and imminent attacks.
By John Fox
Soldier Rigdale: How He Sailed in the Mayflower and How He Served Miles Standish
A young boy's dreams of adventure and soldiering clash with the realities of a dangerous voyage and strict rules in the early days of American colonization.
By Beulah Marie Dix
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
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
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
In a village filled with ghost stories, a schoolteacher's pursuit of love turns into a terrifying encounter with a legendary headless rider.
By Washington Irving
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
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
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
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 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
The Grand Canyon of Arizona: How to See It
Discover a majestic wonder as this book takes you on a journey to a place of breathtaking beauty.
By George Wharton James
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
Hero Tales from American History
Discover the thrilling acts of courage and unwavering devotion that shaped a nation, as told through the lives of America's greatest heroes.
By Henry Cabot Lodge
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
An Old Man's Prayer
An aging man's heartbreaking story makes young soldiers swear off alcohol before marching off to war.
By George M. (George Melville) Baker
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
France and England in North America, Part III: The Discovery of the Great West (1870)
Venture into the untamed American West, where explorers battled the wilderness, sought legendary passages, and encountered the mysteries of a new world.
By Francis Parkman
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 Little Colonel
In Kentucky, a spunky girl brings light and the possibility of healing to her fractured family, despite the stern presence of her Colonel grandfather.
By Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston