Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion
Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023704
Book • Nonfiction
American West • 19th century
2023
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion by Elliott West examines the transformative period of Westward Expansion in America. The book explores how diverse individuals and communities navigated significant changes and challenges in the Western frontier, influencing the social, economic, and political landscape of the United States during this era.
Informative
Contemplative
Melancholic
Challenging
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Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion by Elliott West is praised for its thorough research and engaging narrative, offering fresh perspectives on westward expansion. Some readers noted its dense detail may overwhelm those new to the topic. Overall, it enriches understanding of America's history during this transformative era.
Who Should Read Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion?
Readers interested in American history, especially the complexities of westward expansion, would enjoy Continental Reckoning: The American West in the Age of Expansion by Elliott West. Comparable in depth to Dee Brown's Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, it appeals to those curious about the cultural and political shifts in the 19th-century West.
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704
Book • Nonfiction
American West • 19th century
2023
Adult
18+ years
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