Beginnings of the American people

Focusing on the period from 1492 to 1783, this volume explores the discovery of the New World, the establishment of plantations, and the development of American culture leading up to the Revolutionary War. It examines the colonies as extensions of European society, highlighting their environmental challenges, inter-colonial disputes, and escalating tensions with King George. Through this lens, it provides a comprehensive understanding of the early American experience and the factors that shaped the nation’s beginnings.