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Frontiers: Short History Of The American West (the Lamar Series In Western History) Prose Books by "John Mack Faragher Robert Hine"

Synopsis

Title: Frontiers: A Short History of the American West
Author/Publisher: John Mack Faragher and Robert Hine, Yale University Press
Publication Year: 2007
Format: Illustrated Hardcover with Dust Jacket

Published by the esteemed Yale University Press, 'Frontiers: A Short History of the American West' offers a compelling and comprehensive narrative of one of the most formative periods in North American history. Authored by distinguished historians John Mack Faragher and Robert Hine, this work provides a masterful overview of the complex forces that shaped the American West.

This seminal volume is part of the renowned Lamar Series in Western History, a collection celebrated for its rigorous scholarship and profound insights into the region. Designed to be both accessible and authoritative, it chronicles the diverse peoples, landscapes, and pivotal events that define the frontier experience, from pre-Columbian times through to the modern era, illuminating the ongoing relevance of the West in the American imagination.

• Broad Historical Sweep: The book meticulously charts the vast historical trajectory of the American West, exploring themes of exploration, expansion, cultural encounters, resource exploitation, and environmental transformation across centuries.
• Rich Visual Content: Enhanced with illustrations, the narrative is brought to life through visual materials that complement the text, offering readers a deeper engagement with the historical landscapes, figures, and artifacts of the American frontier.
• Expert Scholarly Analysis: Benefitting from the combined expertise of Faragher and Hine, the book presents a nuanced and authoritative interpretation of Western history, challenging traditional myths and offering fresh perspectives on its multifaceted development.

As a First Edition from Yale University Press, this hardcover volume stands as a significant contribution to the historiography of the American West. It is an essential acquisition for scholars, students, and anyone with a keen interest in the foundational stories and enduring legacy of this pivotal American region.

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