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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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 hero of the Filipinos : $b The story of José Rizal, poet, patriot and martyr
Witness the tragic and inspiring journey of a poet who became a symbol of hope for his people, battling injustice and oppression in a time of colonial rule.
By Charles Edward Russell
A Lady's Life in the Rocky Mountains
Witness a woman's incredible solo trek through the untamed Rocky Mountains, where she faces both breathtaking beauty and rugged challenges.
By Isabella L. (Isabella Lucy) Bird
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 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
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 History of the Standard Oil Company
Discover the untold story of an oil empire's ruthless climb to power and the events that transformed an industry.
By Ida M. (Ida Minerva) Tarbell
Abraham Lincoln and the Abolition of Slavery in the United States
Witness the remarkable journey of a determined leader as he confronts a nation divided and reshapes its destiny by fighting to end slavery.
By Charles Godfrey Leland
The Life and Sufferings of Leonard Black, a Fugitive from Slavery
Witness one man's courageous flight from the chains of slavery to the boundless promise of spiritual awakening and self-discovery.
By Leonard Black