Parkman

Parkman

Francis Parkman

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120670670
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Parkman: Prose Passages From The Works Of Francis Parkman (1892) is a collection of writings by the American historian and author Francis Parkman. The book includes a selection of Parkman’s most notable prose passages from his various works, including his famous seven-volume history of the French and Indian War. The passages cover a wide range of topics, from the history of the American West to the culture and customs of Native American tribes. The book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of Parkman’s writing style, which is characterized by its vivid descriptions, attention to detail, and engaging storytelling. Overall, Parkman: Prose Passages From The Works Of Francis Parkman (1892) is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, literature, or the art of writing.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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