The Frontier in American History

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Frederick Jackson Turner's groundbreaking essay presented at the 1893 World's Fair reshaped the study of American history by emphasizing the Frontier's significance. Growing up in Wisconsin, Turner drew from his own experiences to explore this theme. His work, "The Frontier in American History," includes twelve supporting articles and highlights the Frontier's role in shaping the United States. A lifelong historian, Turner received numerous accolades, including a posthumous Pulitzer Prize for his later essays. This edition features premium acid-free paper for durability.