School History Of Tennessee (1889) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166174668)

The School History of Tennessee, originally published in 1889, is a comprehensive guide to the history of the state of Tennessee. Written by James Phelan, a prominent educator and historian of his time, the book covers the major events, figures, and movements that shaped Tennessee from its pre-colonial origins to the late 19th century.The book begins with a discussion of the Native American tribes that inhabited the region before the arrival of European explorers and settlers. It then goes on to cover the early colonial period, the American Revolution, and the formation of the state of Tennessee in 1796. The book also explores the state's role in the Civil War, including battles and key figures such as Andrew Jackson and Nathan Bedford Forrest.In addition to political and military history, the School History of Tennessee also delves into social and cultural developments in the state, including the rise of industry, urbanization, and the emergence of important cultural figures such as Davy Crockett and Mark Twain.Overall, the School History of Tennessee is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the state, offering a detailed and engaging account of its past that remains relevant to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: James Phelan
ISBN-10: 1166174662
ISBN-13: 9781166174668
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 242
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d