Providing a survey of colonial American history both regionally broad and "Atlantic" in coverage; Converging Worlds presents the most recent research in an accessible manner for undergraduate students. With chapters written by top-notch scholars; Converging Worlds is unique in providing not only a comprehensive chronological approach to colonial history with attention to thematic details; but a window into the relevant historiography. Each historian also selected several documents to accompany their chapter; found in the companion primary source reader. Converging Worlds: Communities and Cultures in Colonial America includes: timelines tailored for every chapter chapter summaries discussion questions lists of further reading; introducing students to specialist literature fifty illustrations. Key topics discussed include: French; Spanish; and Native American experiences regional areas such as the Midwest and Southwest religion including missions; witchcraft; and Protestants the experience of women and families. With its synthesis of both broad time periods and specific themes; Converging Worlds is ideal for students of the colonial period; and provides a fascinating glimpse into the diverse foundations of America. For additional information and classroom resources please visit the Converging Worlds companion website at www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415964999.
#2573250 in Books Patricia Cohen 1999-11-05 1999-11-25Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .65 x 6.00l; .85 #File Name: 0415925789288 pagesA Calculating People The Spread of Numeracy in Early America
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