Books in American History by Decade series

Explores the great westward migration on the Oregon Trail in the nineteenth century and the experiences of those who traveled that way

Discusses the issues and controversy surrounding the trials, highlighting possible causes and the key figures

Discusses the people and events connected with the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, as well as its effect on the history of the United States

Book by Almeida, David A., Cullum, Albert

Book by Aten, Jerry

Explores the people and events connected with the 1911 fire in a New York City sewing factory that killed 146 people and led to reforms in legislation regarding workplace safety.

Presents important facts about the Great Depression, including what caused it, how average Americans dealt with financial hardships during this time, and what programs were created to get Americans back to work.

Provides background on the bloodiest battle in the Civil War, a day-by-day account of the fighting, and a discussion of the battle's aftermath.

An account of the Lewis and Clark expedition, describing its mishaps, adventures, and impact on western expansion

Explores the impact on American society and history of the Eighteenth Amendment and the Volstead Act, which prohibited any use of alcohol except for religious or medicinal purposes.

Describes the experiences of those men and women who remained in the United States during World War II, discussing their emotional ups and downs, financial status, hard work, patriotism, fear, tension, shortages, and loneliness.

Describes the early Native American peoples of North America, including their origins, how they hunted and cultivated food, their religious beliefs, and interactions with Europeans.