A First Book In American History

''A First Book in American History'' is a comprehensive guide to the history of America, written by Edward Eggleston and first published in 1899. The book is designed to provide readers with a foundational understanding of American history, with a particular focus on the lives and accomplishments of great Americans. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the discovery of America, the colonization of the New World, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the growth of the United States as a world power. Eggleston also explores the lives of important figures in American history, such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln, and others. Throughout the book, Eggleston emphasizes the importance of understanding American history in order to appreciate the country’s unique identity and values. He also emphasizes the role that individual Americans have played in shaping the nation’s history, and encourages readers to take inspiration from the accomplishments of these great figures. Overall, ''A First Book in American History'' is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the history of the United States, and the contributions of its most important citizens.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.