Publisher's Synopsis
This Country Of Ours is a historical book written by Benjamin Harrison that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the United States of America. The book covers the period from the early explorations of the Americas by the Europeans to the end of the American Civil War.The book is divided into 54 chapters, each covering a specific period or event in American history. The first few chapters focus on the early explorations of America by the Europeans, including Christopher Columbus, and the establishment of the first colonies in Virginia and Massachusetts.Subsequent chapters cover the American Revolution, the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence, the formation of the United States Constitution, and the early years of the new nation. The book also covers the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and the American Civil War.Throughout the book, Harrison provides a detailed and engaging account of the major events and figures that shaped American history. He also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the events and places he describes.This Country Of Ours is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American history, whether they are students, scholars, or simply curious readers. It provides a comprehensive overview of the key events and figures that have shaped the United States, and offers insights into the challenges and triumphs of the American people throughout their history.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.
