A Source Book in American History to 1787 by Willis M. West
QR code
"A Source Book in American History to 1787" by Willis M. West is a historical compilation prepared for educational purposes, likely written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a resource for students and educators, showcasing a curated selection of primary documents that highlight key events, figures, and themes in early American history leading up to 1787. The focus is on making this historical material accessible and engaging for those
studying American history. The opening of this sourcebook outlines the rationale behind its compilation, emphasizing the value of primary sources in understanding the continuity and development of American history prior to the 19th century. West discusses the necessity of bringing together various types of documents—from charters and letters to essays and reports—in order to create a comprehensive view of early American colonization and governance. He argues that this combination not only aids in academic study but also keeps readers engaged through a diverse array of materials, resulting in a robust introduction to critical historical narratives and concepts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
Phone, tablet or computer → Open in a reading app
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Editor | West, Willis M. (Willis Mason), 1857-1931 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14001503 |
| Title | A Source Book in American History to 1787 |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, K Nordquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Sources |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45757 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 702 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!