American Revolution: Almanac (American Revolution Reference Library) - Hardcover

Bigelow, Barbara C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0787637955 ISBN 13: 9780787637958

Publisher: U.X.L., 2000

Synopsis

Part of Gale's "American Revolution Reference Library," "American Revolution: Almanac" features a comprehensive range of historical information and current commentary on the American Revolution. Arranged in 12 subject chapters, the "Almanac" includes sidebars within each chapter that contain short biographies on people relevant to the topics being discussed, as well as high interest related material or sidelights. It also includes cross-references, a "Words to Know" glossary and approximately 60 black-and-white photos, reproductions of original documents and maps.

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Review

"An easy-to-access reference that belongs in every middle-school library. Highly recommended."

Synopsis

Written primarily for middle and high school students, this book covers many of the basics of the American Revolution, including events that led up to the war and the formation of early American governmental institutions. Chapters are organized by subject and include discussions of Native Americans. It provides in-depth background and interpretation of the American Revolution, with short biographies of people relevant to the topics discussed in each chapter. This volume covers the causes and battles of the war.

Edition details

• Publisher: U.X.L.
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0787637955
• ISBN 13: 9780787637958
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 188
• Editor: McConnell Stacy A.