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A Finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and Winner of the Bancroft Prize. "No one has written a better book about a city…Nature's Metropolis is elegant testimony to the proposition that economic, urban, environmental, and business history can be as graceful, powerful, and fascinating as a novel." —Kenneth T. Jackson, Boston Globe
In 'The Bobbsey Twins in the Great West' by Laura Lee Hope, readers are transported to the adventures of the beloved Bobbsey Twins as they journey through the untamed lands of the Great West. The book is written in a captivating and descriptive style, immersing the reader in the excitement and wonder of the Wild West setting. With a mix of mystery, friendship, and exploration, the story appeals to both children and adults alike, making it a timeless classic in children's literature. The Bobbsey Twins navigate through challenges and obstacles, showcasing the importance of teamwork and loyalty in the face of adversity. Laura Lee Hope's engaging storytelling brings the characters to life, inviting readers to join in the Twins' escapades and discoveries. Recommended for those who enjoy wholesome, adventurous tales with a touch of nostalgia for a bygone era.
Concerns Robert La Salle's explorations in North America.
Across America; Or, The Great West and the Pacific Coast is a military memoir by James Rusling. Rusling examined the conditions of our various depots and posts West with a view to reducing costs during the US Civil War.
Here, for the first time in paperback, is a fascinating daily record of Ferdinand Hayden?s historic 1871 scientific expedition through Utah, Idaho, and Montana Territories to the Yellowstone Basin. The expedition?s findings quickly led Congress to establish Yellowstone as the world?s first national park. In addition to its scientific discoveries, the expedition is famous for producing the earliest on-site images of Yellowstone, by its photographer, William Henry Jackson, and its guest artist, Thomas Moran. ø Marlene Deahl Merrill has woven together a compelling daily narrative from the field writings of three expedition members: unpublished journals kept by mineralogist Albert Peale and geologist George Allen, periodic reports by Peale to his hometown newspaper, and letters from Hayden to his friend and mentor Spencer Baird at the Smithsonian Institution. Enriching this narrative are Jackson?s photographs of camp scenes and landscapes; rare panoramic drawings by the party?s topographical artist, Henry Elliott; maps; an introduction; and extensive annotations.
Perceptive and charming, this consideration provides insightful new meanings gleaned from classic works of literature. From immortal characters such as Don Quixote and Huckleberry Finn to revered writers who include Robert Frost and William Shakespeare, ethical qualities are lauded for their contemporary relevance and importance in today's world. With eloquent prose, the virtuous aspects of popular, fictitious characters are discovered--creating an excitement for wholesome traits and a joy of literature. Readers of faith will especially delight in the spiritual affirmations resonating within beloved masterworks from history's great minds.
Odyssey of the West I: A Classic Education through the Great Books:Hebrews and Greeks