Tom Streissguth is de auteur van meer dan 40 geschiedenis- en biografieboeken. Zijn werk duikt diep in historische gebeurtenissen en het leven van belangrijke personen. Door middel van zijn schrijven biedt hij lezers boeiende inzichten in het verleden, ontrafelt hij verborgen verbanden en schetst hij levendige portretten van degenen die onze wereld hebben gevormd. Zijn uitgebreide oeuvre toont een passie voor geschiedenis en een talent om deze toegankelijk te maken.
The book delves into Sherman's March to the Sea, exploring its historical significance, objectives, and influence on military tactics. It encourages critical thinking through questions and includes two "Voices from the Past" features that present diverse perspectives from that era, fostering a deeper understanding of the events and their implications.
Describes Union General William Tecumseh Sherman's scorched-earth campaign from Atlanta, Georgia to Savannah, Georgia, and up into South Carolina. Discusses the effects the campaign had on the land and for the war effort, as well as the controversies Sherman's decisions created. Includes... číst celé
"Offers 12 different views on the growth of western territories and the impact on American Indians. Each page explores what happened during westward expansion and how it affected different people, and includes interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images."--Provided by publisher.
Offers 12 different views on post-Civil War America. Each page provides information about what happened during Reconstruction and how it affected different people, along with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images.
The book delves into the interplay of sports with history, economics, and geography in Michigan. It features informative text alongside athlete biographies, vibrant imagery, and engaging infographics, offering a distinctive perspective on the relationship between sports and culture in the state.
An introduction to the geography, people and culture of Mexico.
Willa Cather's early experiences on the Nebraska prairie, enriched by the tales of immigrant neighbors, fueled her passion for storytelling. Despite her success as a journalist, she remained dedicated to writing, producing renowned novels like O Pioneers! and My Antonia, which solidified her literary legacy. Tom Streissguth’s portrayal in Writer of the Plains captures Cather's complexity and independence, offering insights into her life and the influences that shaped her remarkable body of work.