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A Short History Of The Mississippi Valley (1901)

A Short History Of The Mississippi Valley (1901)

Hosmer, James Kendall

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1164176307
ISBN13: 9781164176305
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.84
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A Short History Of The Mississippi Valley, written by James Kendall Hosmer and originally published in 1901, is a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of the Mississippi River and the surrounding region. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the geological formation of the river, the Native American tribes that inhabited the area, the exploration and settlement of the region by European explorers and colonizers, the growth of the cotton industry and slavery, the Civil War and its impact on the region, and the development of modern transportation and industry in the Mississippi Valley.Hosmer's writing is engaging and informative, drawing on a wide range of sources to provide a thorough and well-rounded picture of the history of the Mississippi Valley. He explores the complex relationships between the various groups that have lived in the region, including the Native American tribes, the French and Spanish colonizers, and the American settlers who came later.Throughout the book, Hosmer emphasizes the importance of the Mississippi River as a vital artery of trade and commerce, and as a symbol of the diverse and dynamic culture of the region. He also examines the impact of the river on the development of the United States as a whole, and its role in shaping the country's history and identity.Overall, A Short History Of The Mississippi Valley is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the United States, and in particular, the rich and complex history of the Mississippi River and the surrounding region.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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