Historical Dictionary of Colonial America

Historical Dictionary of Colonial America
Author :
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Total Pages : 493
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780810855878
ISBN-13 : 0810855879
Rating : 4/5 (879 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Historical Dictionary of Colonial America by : William Pencak

Download or read book Historical Dictionary of Colonial America written by William Pencak and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The years between 1450 and 1550 marked the end of one era in world history and the beginning of another. Most importantly, the focus of global commerce and power shifted from the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean, largely because of the discovery ofthe New World. The New World was more than a geographic novelty. It opened the way for new human possibilities, possibilities that were first fulfilled by the British colonies of North America, nearly 100 years after Columbus landed in the Bahamas. TheHistorical Dictionary of Colonial America covers America's history from the first settlements to the end and immediate aftermath of the French and Indian War. This is done through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, an extensive bibliography, and over 400 cross-referenced dictionary entries on the various colonies, which were founded and how they became those which declared independence. Religious, political, economic, and family life; important people; warfare; and relations between British, French, Spanish, and Dutch colonies are also among the topics covered. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Colonial America.


Historical Dictionary of Colonial America Related Books

Historical Dictionary of Colonial America
Language: en
Pages: 493
Authors: William Pencak
Categories: History
Type: BOOK - Published: 2011-07-15 - Publisher: Scarecrow Press

GET EBOOK

The years between 1450 and 1550 marked the end of one era in world history and the beginning of another. Most importantly, the focus of global commerce and powe
Historical Dictionary of the United States
Language: en
Pages: 783
Authors: Kenneth J. Panton
Categories: History
Type: BOOK - Published: 2022-08-23 - Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

GET EBOOK

The evolution of the United States from a late-18th century coalition of rebel British colonies to a 21st century global superpower was shaped by several forces
Historical Dictionary of the American Music Industry
Language: en
Pages: 387
Authors: Keith Hatschek
Categories: Music
Type: BOOK - Published: 2018-09-15 - Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

GET EBOOK

The US music industry is an exciting, fast-paced, marketplace which brings together creative and business interests to connect artists with audiences. This book
Historical Dictionary of Early North America
Language: en
Pages: 315
Authors: Cameron B. Wesson
Categories: History
Type: BOOK - Published: 2004-10-19 - Publisher: Scarecrow Press

GET EBOOK

Those unfamiliar with the prehistory of North America have a general perception of the cultures of the continent that includes Native Americans living in tipis,
Historical Dictionary of the U.S. Maritime Industry
Language: en
Pages: 613
Authors: Kenneth J. Blume
Categories: Business & Economics
Type: BOOK - Published: 2012 - Publisher: Scarecrow Press

GET EBOOK

In the Historical Dictionary of the U.S. Maritime Industry, author Kenneth J. Blume provides a convenient survey of this important industry from the colonial pe