The Historical Magazine, and Notes and Queries Concerning the Antiquities, History, and Biography of America, 1862, Vol. 6 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266414966 ISBN 13: 9780266414964

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the fabric of American history through a curated collection of notes, notices, and essays.

This 1862 issue of the Historical Magazine brings together biographical sketches, documentary histories, and discussions of antiquities that illuminate the country’s past.

Readers will encounter a range of material, from period notices and bibliographies to in-depth looks at towns, institutions, and pivotal events. The content presents a scholarly, yet accessible view of historical inquiry, offering context, primary-source references, and commentary on how the American story has been recorded and interpreted.

• Biographical sketches and correspondence that trace the lives of notable figures and their contributions.
• Discussions of historical documents, archives, and the evolution of local and national history.
• Reviews and notes on historical works and editors, with insights into publishing and scholarship of the era.
• Descriptions of municipal history, regional settlements, and early American institutions.

Ideal for readers of American history, local historians, and those exploring the development of historical writing in the 19th century.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266414966
• ISBN 13: 9780266414964
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 396