Publisher's Synopsis
The Conquest of the Continent is a book written by Hugh Latimer Burleson that explores the history of the United States of America from the arrival of the first European explorers to the end of the 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period of American history.The first chapter covers the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors and their interactions with the Native American populations. The second chapter discusses the English colonization of the East Coast, including the founding of the Jamestown settlement and the Pilgrims' arrival in Plymouth.Subsequent chapters cover the American Revolution, the formation of the United States government, and the westward expansion of the country. The book also delves into the Civil War and its aftermath, including the Reconstruction era and the rise of industrialization.Throughout the book, Burleson provides detailed accounts of significant events and key figures in American history, including Christopher Columbus, George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. He also examines the social, economic, and political factors that shaped the development of the United States.Overall, The Conquest of the Continent is a comprehensive and engaging account of American history that provides readers with a deeper understanding of the country's past and its impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
