This biography of Missourian Frank Blair demonstrates the extent of his importance as a national political figure, showing his ardent support of Abraham Lincoln and championing of the president's programme in Congress. He is one of only two Missourians honoured by his state in Statuary Hall.
This work follows the course of the state's history through the turbulent years of the Civil War and Reconstruction. In addition to the political events of the period, the social and economic conditions of the state immediately before, during and after the war are covered here.
Comprehensively captures the robust history of the state of Missouri, from the pre-Columbian period to the present Combining a chronological overview with topical development, this book by a team of esteemed historians presents the rich and varied history of Missouri, a state that has played a pivotal role in the history of the nation. In a clear, engaging style that all students of Missouri history are certain to enjoy, the authors of Missouri: The Heart of the Nation explore such topics as Missouri’s indigenous population, French and Spanish colonialism, territorial growth, statehood, slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction, railroads, modernization, two world wars, constitutional change, Civil Rights, political realignments, and the difficult choices that Missourians face in the 21st century. Featuring chapter revisions as well as new maps, photographs, reading lists, a preface, and index, this latest edition of this beloved survey textbook will continue to engage all those celebrating Missouri’s bicentennial. A companion website features a student study guide. Published to commemorate the bicentennial of Missouri statehood in 2021Features fully updated chapters that bring the historical narrative up to the presentPresents numerous images and maps that enrich the coverage of key eventsProvides suggestions for further reading Missouri: The Heart of the Nation is an excellent book for colleges and universities offering survey courses on state history or state government. It also will appeal to all lovers of American history and to those who call Missouri home.
Comprehensively captures the robust history of the state of Missouri, from the pre-Columbian period to the present Combining a chronological overview with topical development, this book by a team of esteemed historians presents the rich and varied history of Missouri, a state that has played a pivotal role in the history of the nation. In a clear, engaging style that all students of Missouri history are certain to enjoy, the authors of Missouri: The Heart of the Nation explore such topics as Missouri’s indigenous population, French and Spanish colonialism, territorial growth, statehood, slavery, the Civil War and Reconstruction, railroads, modernization, two world wars, constitutional change, Civil Rights, political realignments, and the difficult choices that Missourians face in the 21st century. Featuring chapter revisions as well as new maps, photographs, reading lists, a preface, and index, this latest edition of this beloved survey textbook will continue to engage all those celebrating Missouri’s bicentennial. A companion website features a student study guide. Published to commemorate the bicentennial of Missouri statehood in 2021Features fully updated chapters that bring the historical narrative up to the presentPresents numerous images and maps that enrich the coverage of key eventsProvides suggestions for further reading Missouri: The Heart of the Nation is an excellent book for colleges and universities offering survey courses on state history or state government. It also will appeal to all lovers of American history and to those who call Missouri home.
A set of all six volumes of A History of Missouri. The six volumes include: Volume I, 1673 to 1820 by William E. Foley Volume II, 1820 to 1860 by Perry McCandless Volume III, 1860 to 1875 by William E. Parrish Volume IV, 1875 to 1919 by Lawrence O. Christensen and Gary R. Kremer Volume V, 1919 to 1953 by Richard S. Kirkendall Volume VI, 1953 to 2003 by Lawrence H. Larsen
