Building the American Republic, Volume 2

Building the American Republic, Volume 2
Author: Harry L. Watson
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 479
Release: 2018-01-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 022630082X

"Building the American Republic tells the story of United States with remarkable grace and skill, its fast moving narrative making the nation's struggles and accomplishments new and compelling. Weaving together stories of abroad range of Americans. Volume 1 starts at sea and ends on the field. Beginning with the earliest Americans and the arrival of strangers on the eastern shore, it then moves through colonial society to the fight for independence and the construction of a federal republic. Vol 2 opens as America struggles to regain its footing, reeling from a presidential assassination and facing massive economic growth, rapid demographic change, and combustive politics.

Diverging Tracks

Diverging Tracks
Author: Trevor K. Snowdon
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2018-12-20
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1476632456

The advent of mass railroad travel in the 1800s saw the extension of a system of global transport that developed various national styles of construction, operation, administration, and passenger experiences. Drawing on travel narratives and a broad range of other contemporary sources, this history contrasts the railroad cultures of 19th century England and America, with a focus on the differing social structures and value systems of each nation, and how the railroad fit into the wider industrial landscape.

Nineteenth-Century Travels, Explorations and Empires, Part I Vol 2

Nineteenth-Century Travels, Explorations and Empires, Part I Vol 2
Author: Peter J Kitson
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2021-12-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 1000558940

A collection of writings on travels undertaken in the Victorian era. The texts collected in these volumes show how 19th century travel literature served the interests of empire by promoting British political and economic values that translated into manufacturing goods.

The Great Republic

The Great Republic
Author: Winston Churchill
Publisher: Random House Digital, Inc.
Total Pages: 480
Release: 2001
Genre: History
ISBN: 0375754407

Draws on the previously published four-volume, "A History of the English-Speaking Peoples," as well as essays and speeches, to present the British statesman's interpretation of American history.

The Story of the Thirteen Colonies

The Story of the Thirteen Colonies
Author: H. A. Guerber
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2019-11-22
Genre: History
ISBN:

This work is a history book of the original Thirteen Colonies of the United States. They were originally a group of British colonies on the Atlantic coast of North America, who fought the American Revolutionary War and formed the United States of America by declaring full independence. Just prior to declaring independence, the Thirteen Colonies in their traditional groupings were: New England (New Hampshire; Massachusetts; Rhode Island; Connecticut); Middle (New York; New Jersey; Pennsylvania; Delaware); Southern (Maryland; Virginia; North Carolina; South Carolina; and Georgia).

Star Wars: the High Republic Vol. 2

Star Wars: the High Republic Vol. 2
Author: Cavan Scott
Publisher: Marvel Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-12-07
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9781302931421

"A new era of Star Wars storytelling begins! Journey back to the High Republic -- the golden age of the Jedi! Centuries before the Empire and the Skywalker saga, the Jedi are at their height, protecting the galaxy as Republic pioneers push out into new territories. But as the frontier prepares for the dedication of the majestic Starlight Beacon, Padawan Keeve Trennis faces the ultimate choice -- will she complete her Jedi trials, or rescue the innocent from disaster? And can she trust her closest ally? Enter a rich and vast world of new Jedi! New worlds! New ships! And new evils to fight -- including the terrifying Nihil!" --

Star Wars: The High Republic: Edge of Balance, Vol. 2

Star Wars: The High Republic: Edge of Balance, Vol. 2
Author: Shinya Shima,Justina Ireland,Shima Shinya,Daniel Older
Publisher: VIZ Media LLC
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2022-02-22
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1974732010

When Padawan Keerin Fionn and Jedi Knight Lily Tora-Asi learn that the recent Drengir battle was not an isolated incident, but part of a coordinated attack orchestrated by the Nihil, they are determined to protect their new home. While Master Arkoff is away assisting Master Stellan Gios’s investigation, Lily is left in charge of rebuilding Banchii and restoring hope to the community. Lily vows the temple will not be put in danger again, but when a disruptive visitor arrives, Lily must protect Banchii, Keerin, and the Younglings from the growing Nihil threat—a threat that is closer than they think! -- VIZ Media