The Story of the Frontier: A Social History of the Northern Plains and Rocky Mountains (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419154652)

The Story of the Frontier: A Social History of the Northern Plains and Rocky Mountains is a comprehensive book written by Everett Dick. It delves into the history of the American frontier from the perspective of the people who lived there, focusing on the social and cultural aspects of life in the northern plains and Rocky Mountains regions. The book covers a broad range of topics, including the settlement of the frontier, the role of women and minorities, the impact of technology and industry, and the conflicts that arose between different groups of people. It also examines the ways in which the frontier shaped American identity and culture.Throughout the book, Dick draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and newspaper articles, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of life on the frontier. He also incorporates the latest scholarship on the subject, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American West.Overall, The Story of the Frontier is a fascinating and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on one of the most important periods in American history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, as well as those interested in social and cultural history more broadly.Starting with the Earliest White Contacts to the Coming of the Homemaker.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: Everett Dick
ISBN-10: 1419154656
ISBN-13: 9781419154652
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 624
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.99lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.38d