1800 - 1861 A Century of Westward Expansion

The editor's introduction surveys the history leading to the fierce battle at the Alamo on March 6, 1836. The readings, a number of them eyewitness accounts, include William Barret Travis's famous letter of February 24 and a portion of John Salmon "Rip" Ford's report of his interview with Mrs. Alsbury, who was present during the onslaught. The book includes a roster of defenders who died.

ISBN: 1-878668-95-1      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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From the discovery of gold to the long and arduous journeys by land and sea to pursue it, Emert takes the reader through the history of the Argonauts. Life in the mining camps for men and women and an explanation of the tools of the trade unfold through firsthand accounts. The silver rushes play an important role, along with accounts of recreational activities and the system of law and order in the mining towns and cities from which they developed.

ISBN: 1-878668-49-8      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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Man-made waterways were suggested early on by Colonial Americans such as Governor Morris of the First Continental Congress and George Washington. But, we most often think of DeWitt Clinton when the construction of the greatest canal, the Erie, comes to mind. This anthology gives the reader a glimpse of those who planned the canals, built them, worked them, and traveled on them, from the Colonial days through their heyday in the 19th century. The remarkable engineering feats, the improved transport and travel opportunities, and the daily lifestyles of the "canallers" are recorded through written, illustrated, and photographed documents.

ISBN: 1-878668-75-7      Price: $7.95      Pages: 60     

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Editor Pat Perrin presents documentation of America's developing architecture, from the arrival of early European settlers to the Columbian Exposition. Details are included on the works of the early Native Americans, Thomas Jefferson, the new Capitol for the nation's capital, and on the debates over adhering to the classical styles or creating a new, innovative, and unique American form. Many illustrations and photographs enhance the text as we follow the development of an image for America's cities.

ISBN: 1-57960-010-7      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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This anthology includes brief biographical information and a few choice words from several of our nation’s Founders, including John Adams, Aaron Burr, John Dickinson, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, John Hancock, Patrick Henry, John Jay, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, George Mason, Gouverneur Morris, and George Washington. Abigail Adams is also quoted.

ISBN: 1-57960-064-6      Price: $8.95      Pages: 56     

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A brief history of working conditions experienced by the young people of our country, with a focus on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Recollections, photos, and commentary from social reformers, mill girls, canallers, "newsies," child stars, and others are included.

ISBN: 1-57960-065-4      Price: $8.95      Pages: 56     

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A history of communications, from the Colonial period to the present.

ISBN: 1-57960-099-9      Price: $8.95      Pages: 52     

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Every society has its law-breakers, and the early years in America's history were no different. This collection of primary source documents and illustrations introduces the handling of criminal justice in the American colonies to the days of westward expansion. This book includes a variety of philosophies and opinions on criminal behavior and subsequent punishment from the Puritans, to Thomas Jefferson, Dorothea Dix, Alexis de Tocqueville, and others.

ISBN: 1-57960-047-6      Price: $7.95      Pages: 68     

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Will Crawford teams up with his feisty young neighbor, Louisa May Alcott, to help a fugitive slave boy named Daniel escape to freedom. They learn from Daniel about his difficulties in getting to safety in Canada, and at the same time learn of their families' assistance on the Underground Railroad. Will Daniel be able to find his brother before continuing on his journey? Historical fiction for ages 7 to 12.

ISBN: 978-1-57960-078-6      Price: $5.95      Pages: 40     

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The Irish crossed the Atlantic in pursuit of work, prosperity, adventure, religious tolerance, and freedom. In the mid- 1840s, thousands fled their homeland as a result of the potato famine, and flocked to New York, Boston, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Savannah, and Chicago. Job discrimination and prejudice did not dissuade the newest Americans from joining the Union army in the Civil War and from helping to rebuild the nation after the war. This book presents their struggles in their native !and, their journeys to America, and their lives in a new land. It includes documents from the average person, and from the many Irish who made contributions to American industry, politics, the arts, and sports.

ISBN: 1-57960-028-X      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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The building of America's railroads changed the face of the entire nation. This anthology takes a look at the people who built the transcontinental railroad and its effect on the economy, the law, the scandals associated with the railroad barons, and the daily lives of the people involved. Maps, photos, newspaper accounts, letters, and journals tell the story.

ISBN: 1-878668-36-6      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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In 1836, when Texas won its independence from Mexico, many expected the Republic of Texas to join the Union immediately. Four American presidents and about a decade later, the Texas Lone Star flag was lowered and the Stars and Stripes raised. The annexation resulted in concessions to Texas not made to other states. This volume has been compiled and introduced by noted Texas historian, Stephen L. Hardin.

ISBN: 1-878668-63-3      Price: $7.95      Pages: 64     

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In 1846, two young American nations went to war against one another. Mexico, which did not officially recognize the independence of Texas, declared that annexation would lead to war. In February, 1845, the annexation took place. This volume presents excerpts from the memoirs, letters, poetry, and journals of the men involved in, and protestors of, "Mr. Polk's War:" Zachary Taylor, Ulysses S. Grant, Jefferson Davis, General Stephen Watts Kearny, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, Kit Carson, John Greenleaf Whittier, and Henry David Thoreau, to name a few.

ISBN: 1-57960-044-1      Price: $7.95      Pages: 66     

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