The American West. Visions and Revisions (New Studies in Economic and Social History) Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

The American West. Visions and Revisions (New Studies in Economic and Social History) Book

This is a succinct survey of the numerous contributions to the history of the American west. In the past twenty-five years historians have established a 'New Western History', which has rewritten the 'Old Western History' created around the famous Turner thesis on the significance of the American Frontier. Focusing on issues of land use, the environment, race, ethnicity, gender, business and the development of communities, this study examines the dynamics and progress of recent scholarship. This book will prove invaluable for all students of American history.Read More

from£17.17 | RRP: £13.99
* Excludes Voucher Code Discount Also available Used from £3.77
  • Product Description

    Over the past twenty-five years historians have created a 'New Western History', which has aimed to rewrite the 'Old Western History' created around the famous Turner thesis on the significance of the American Frontier. Focusing on five main themes, this study examines the dynamics and progress of recent scholarship in the issues of land use, the environment, race, ethnicity, gender, business and the development of communities. Synthesizing prolific research, it offers a clear and up-to-date review of American history and includes a complete bibliography.

  • 0521596718
  • 9780521596718
  • Margaret Walsh
  • 2 December 2004
  • Cambridge University Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 180
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. If you click through any of the links below and make a purchase we may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). Click here to learn more.

Would you like your name to appear with the review?

We will post your book review within a day or so as long as it meets our guidelines and terms and conditions. All reviews submitted become the licensed property of www.find-book.co.uk as written in our terms and conditions. None of your personal details will be passed on to any other third party.

All form fields are required.