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Illinois (1917)

Illinois (1917)

Nevins, Allan

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Historical Figures20th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1164073400
ISBN13: 9781164073406
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.22
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Illinois (1917) is a comprehensive historical account of the state of Illinois, written by the renowned American historian, Allan Nevins. The book delves into the rich and diverse history of Illinois, covering its early settlement by Native American tribes, the arrival of European explorers and settlers, the state's role in the Civil War, and its emergence as a major industrial and agricultural center.Nevins provides a detailed analysis of the political, economic, and social developments that have shaped Illinois over the years, including the rise of Chicago as a major urban center and the emergence of the state's agricultural sector as a major contributor to the national economy. The book also explores the cultural and intellectual life of Illinois, including its contributions to literature, art, and music.In addition to its comprehensive coverage of Illinois history, the book also includes a wealth of primary source material, including letters, diaries, and other documents that provide a firsthand account of the state's development. With its meticulous research, engaging writing style, and insightful analysis, Illinois (1917) is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Midwest and the United States as a whole.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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