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This study of clothing during British colonial America examines items worn by the well-to-do as well as the working poor, the enslaved, and Native Americans, reconstructing their wardrobes across so……続きを見る

This book provides a broad introduction to medical practices among Anglo-Americans, Native Americans, and African Americans during the colonial period, covering everything from dentistry to childcar……続きを見る

This valuable book provides a succinct, readable account of an oft-neglected topic in the historiography of the American Revolution: the role of Native Americans in the Revolution's outbreak, progre……続きを見る

This work examines patterns of everyday life in the colonial South from European contact to 1770, documenting how they evolved over time and differences across lines of geography, nationality, ethni……続きを見る

Full of true stories more dramatic than any fiction, The Underground Railroad: A Reference Guide offers a fresh, revealing look at the efforts of hundreds of dedicated persons-white and black, men a……続きを見る

"For Mather, leaving Natives and Africans outside the body of Christ...would only lead to trouble." - Faithful Bodies (2014) "Every Sunday evening Mather invited black men and women into his home to……続きを見る

Often viewed in isolation, the Jolliet and Marquette expedition in fact took place against a sprawling backdrop that encompassed everything from ancient Native American cities to French colonial mac……続きを見る

"Eyewitness testimonies to the culture and commerce of slavery . . . coupled with smart commentary" from an acclaimed historian. "Essential." ( Kirkus Reviews) In this important book, Noel Rae integ……続きを見る

"Introduces us to extraordinary men and women and landmark events that shaped the American character and the future of the nation." ーThomas J. Craughwell, author of Failures of the Presidents and S……続きを見る

"Chronicles the misdeeds of many of America's worst miscreants, with special emphasis on the tools of the outlaw trade." ー American Rifleman From colonial-era rifles carried on the "Owlhoot Trail" ……続きを見る

Kevin Starr has achieved a fast-paced evocation of three Roman Catholic civilizations-Spain, France, and Recusant England-as they explored, evangelized, and settled the North American continent. Thi……続きを見る

"A well-written, nicely comprehensive, and inclusive social history of Alabama before and immediately after statehood."ー H-AmIndian Alabama endured warfare, slave trading, squatting, and speculatin……続きを見る

"Incomparable insight into an early colonial legal system thoroughly influenced by Biblical interpretations . . . sure to appeal." ー Harvard Law Review In the mid-seventeenth century, judges in the……続きを見る

Discover the man behind the myth: "The only Washington biography you need…Crisply written, admirably concise, and never superficial."ー The Wall Street Journal As editor of the award-winning Library……続きを見る

How ordinary people went from resistance to revolution: "[A] concise, lively narrative . . . the authors expertly build tension." ー Publishers Weekly Americans know about the Boston Tea Party and "……続きを見る

The distinguished historian "does a remarkable job" with this lively and comprehensive textbookーnow in a new, expanded edition (Daniel P. Kotzin, Teaching History). The Brave New World covers the s……続きを見る

The story of a unique friendship in colonial America between a Founding Father and a founder of the evangelical movement. In the 1740s, two very different developments revolutionized Anglo-American ……続きを見る

"A compelling addition to the history of capitalism . . . reminds us that globalization's current realities have deep roots in the early modern era." ーMargaret Newell, author of Brethren by Nature:……続きを見る

The original rebels: "Brings into clear focus events and identities of ordinary people who should share the historic limelight with the Founding Fathers." ー Publishers Weekly According to the tradi……続きを見る

How Early American Quakers transcended the idea of the nation-state during the turbulent Age of Revolution: "Provocative . . . important . . . Highly recommended." ー Choice Early American Quakers h……続きを見る

"Conforti's book will give you better understanding of Colonial New England and the lives of your ancestors who settled there." ー Family Tree Magazine Named a Choice Outstanding Academic Title In t……続きを見る

The stories behind the legends are revealed in this history of Colonial-era piracy and the double lives of those who sailed under the black flag. The story of Newport, Rhode Island's pirates began w……続きを見る

"Anyone who is losing hope for America must read The Seed of a Nation. The inspiration lives, the seed sprouts, the idea works" (Scott W. Boyd, Pennsylvania State Representative). "The Seed of a Nat……続きを見る

"A vivid panorama of the transitional years when Ohio evolved from a raw frontier territory to an established province of an ever-expanding nation." ー Booklist Nowhere on the American frontier was ……続きを見る

A fascinating look at over seventy years of fighting in the American coloniesーas France, England, and Spain tried to stake their claims in the New World. Although the colonial wars consisted of alm……続きを見る

"Excitement abounds in Scott Weidensaul's detailed history of the first clashes between European settlers and Native Americans on the East Coast."ーNancy Marie Brown, author of The Far Traveler: Voy……続きを見る

This "magisterial history" presents a new perspective on Thomas Morton, his colonial philosophy, and his lengthy feud with the Puritans ( Wall Street Journal). Adding new depth to our understanding ……続きを見る

"The compelling story of a colony besieged by meteorological, epidemiological, economic, and manmade catastrophes only to arise like the phoenix." ーOrville Vernon Burton, author of The Age of Linco……続きを見る

Unearth the fascinating history of how the Freemasons and Founding Fathers sowed the seeds of a new nation amid the collapse of the British colonies. Step back in time to the birth of a revolutionar……続きを見る

The complete history of one of New York State'sーand the nation'sーfounding families. The Livingstons of Livingston Manor provides a rich history of one of the most important families in the early h……続きを見る