Historical Atlas of the United States

Mark C. Carnes

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Routledge
27 December 2002

Reference works; History of the Americas; Historical geography; Geographical maps (specialist)

This full-colour atlas is an authoritative guide to the history of the United States. From the formation of the continent up through current events and information based on the most recent census, this work uses the geography of the United States to portray the history of the land and its people. The 300-plus maps tell the engaging story of America with detailed, clear information; accompanying text highlights key information presented in each map. An indispensable tool for students and educators alike, the Historical Atlas of the United States is destined to become a classic in the field.

By: Mark C. Carnes
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 301mm, Width: 229mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1.460kg
ISBN: 9780415941112
ISBN 10: 0415941113
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 27 December 2002
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Primary , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sections include: North America * First Americans * Contact, Exploration by Europeans * Colonial Expansions and Settlements * Colonial Contention * The Eve of War * Revolution and War * The New State * People of the New Nation * The State Expands * War of 1812 * Westward Ho * War in the West Discovery and Migrations * The State of Union * The Civil War * Reconstruction and Expansion * Course of Empire * The American Crusade * The Engine of War * Post-War America, At Home and Abroad * The New World Order

Carnes, Mark C.

Reviews for Historical Atlas of the United States

'Chapter introductions are well written... The cartography...clearly depicts the subject matter... The atlas is balanced and comprehensive in coverage... Recommended. General readers and undergraduates.' - Choice 'A useful companion... [with] currency and unique content.' - Booklist/RBB 'Well conceived as an historical reference resource... An excellent resource for many projects... I would strongly recommend the Historical Atlas of the United States for college and university libraries and historians.' - Western Association of Map Libraries Information Bulletin