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9781847240057
Presented in chronological order, this book faithfully reflects the historical development of the United States - from infant nation-state of 21st century global superpower--through 50 of its landmark documents. Each document is clearly set in context and its historical import assessed and analyzed. Wherever possible, the actual document is depicted. Where the wording of a document can only be made out with difficulty, a full or partial transcript is provided. Contains 75 images.Quercus is the author of 'Great American Documents', published 2007 under ISBN 9781847240057 and ISBN 1847240054.
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