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Books in The Primary Source Library of the Thirteen Colonies And the Lost Colony series

  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of New York

    Paul Kupperberg, Jay Snyder

    MP3 CD (Brilliance Audio, )
    None
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of South Carolina

    Heather Hasan, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, Jan. 1, 2011)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. South Carolina - Established on a culture of entrepreneurship as well as religious and political freedom, South Carolina’s foundations might be seen as a microcosm of the founding of America. This compelling book provides the background and history of this colony, which would become a major factor in the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, and later the Civil War. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of Georgia

    Liz Sonneborn, Jay Snyder

    MP3 CD (Brilliance Audio, )
    None
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of South Carolina

    Heather Hasan, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio on CD Unabridged, July 20, 2009)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. South Carolina - Established on a culture of entrepreneurship as well as religious and political freedom, South Carolina’s foundations might be seen as a microcosm of the founding of America. This compelling book provides the background and history of this colony, which would become a major factor in the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, and later the Civil War. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of South Carolina

    Heather Hasan, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, Jan. 1, 2011)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. South Carolina - Established on a culture of entrepreneurship as well as religious and political freedom, South Carolina’s foundations might be seen as a microcosm of the founding of America. This compelling book provides the background and history of this colony, which would become a major factor in the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, and later the Civil War. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of Virginia

    Sandra Whiteknact, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, Jan. 1, 2011)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY ™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. Virginia - After Sir Walter Raleigh failed in his attempt to found a settlement at Roanoke, a colony on the Chesapeake Bay was successfully established. Primary source materials enhance lively text to give students an in-depth look at what led to the formation and success of the colony of Virginia. No other colony—except Massachusetts—was more influential in the formation of America as a nation. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of South Carolina

    Heather Hasan, Eileen Stevens

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, July 20, 2009)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. South Carolina - Established on a culture of entrepreneurship as well as religious and political freedom, South Carolina’s foundations might be seen as a microcosm of the founding of America. This compelling book provides the background and history of this colony, which would become a major factor in the French and Indian War, the American Revolutionary War, and later the Civil War. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • The Colony of New Hamsphire

    Susan Whitehurst

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2000)
    Provides an introduction to life in the Colony of New Hampshire, from its founding to the American Revolution.
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of Massachusetts

    Jeri Freedman, Jay Snyder

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, May 20, 2009)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. The Massachusetts colony would be the first to organize and unite with other colonies, and one of the first to take a stand when troubles developed with England, thereby leading the cause for independence. It was John Hancock of Massachusetts who would propose the Bill of Rights that still protects and guarantees the basic freedoms of Americans. Book Review -- "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." – ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of New Jersey

    Tamra Orr, Jay Snyder

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, March 20, 2011)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY ™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. This primary source series includes transcribed colonial patents and charters, with an explanation for readers in contemporary language. Maps and portraits of notable colonists are also included. New Jersey: Using lavish illustrations, compelling text, and a variety of primary source documents, this volume covers New Jersey's inclusion in the colony of New Netherland and later domination by the English colony of New York, its split into two separate territories, its land riots and anti-tax tea parties, and increasingly diverse population, and its transformation from an agrarian to an industrial colony.
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of Georgia

    Liz Sonneborn, Jay Snyder

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, Jan. 1, 2011)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. Georgia - Using primary source documents that include the Charter of Georgia, a map of the colony circa 1725, period portraits, and newspaper articles, this fascinating book traces the history of the colony from its founding to its being the fourth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1788. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS
  • A Primary Source History of the Colony of Georgia

    Liz Sonneborn, Jay Snyder

    Audio CD (Brilliance Audio, Nov. 20, 2009)
    THIRTEEN COLONIES & THE LOST COLONY™ Take a step back and discover the thirteen colonies of Colonial America. From European exploration through the American Revolution, witness the unique history and character of each colony. Trace the role of each colony in the American Revolution and that colony's impact on the formation of our Constitution. Georgia - Using primary source documents that include the Charter of Georgia, a map of the colony circa 1725, period portraits, and newspaper articles, this fascinating book traces the history of the colony from its founding to its being the fourth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution in 1788. "Good organization, well-written text which reads like a story, numerous quotes and historic incidents, attractive format and well-designed pages, drawings, maps...all make this title a recommended source for studies in the colonial period of American history." - ASSOCIATION OF REG. XI SCHOOL LIBRARIANS, TEXAS