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H. E. Marshall's lively and spectacular history of the United
States from its tumultuous inception through to World War I is
available anew in this comprehensive edition. Using her wealth of
experience as a historian of nations, H. E. Marshall set out in
1917 to chronicle North America's history from the colonial era
onward. Rather than opt for a straightforward chronological
exploration of the USA's evolution and growth as a nation, Marshall
instead opted to tell stories peculiar to each of the regions, as
well as events with important ramifications for the entire country.
The book is therefore divided into seven principal parts, each of
which contains numerous chapters that relate a particular episode
of American history. Marshall begins with the colonial period and
the discovery of the Americas by Christopher Columbus, and
thereafter details the arrival of the British, then the French and
Spanish, to North American shores.
This book presents a vivid account of the building of the British
Empire. The colonies are described from when they are first
discovered through their exploration, settlement and government.
This book includes the five large areas of the Empire - India,
South Africa, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. This book is
suitable for children aged 10 and above.
English Literature for Young People is an introduction to the great
works of English literature. H. E. Marshall's story of England 's
literary heritage is rich and compelling---a masterly account of
1500 years of the literary arts in Great Britain, extending from
early Irish legends through the Golden Age of English letters to
the modern age.The Living Books Press hardcover edition is a
republication of the 1909 edition, English Literature for Boys and
Girls. Our edition has been significantly revised and expanded to
improve its use as a study text. Added are a biography of the
author, an expanded Chronology of Writers, a bibliography of books
recommended by the author, maps of the British Isles, an expanded
index, and enhanced illustrations and images. Intended for students
age 10 through high school.
Much loved by generations of children, Our Island Story is a
classic children's history of Britain from the Romans to the death
of Queen Victoria. First published in 1905, H. E. Marshall's
beautifully written narrative fell out of print after decades of
popularity. But one hundred years after it was first published,
"Our Island Story," one of the most popular and inspirational books
of its time, has become a modern day bestseller. Galore Park
Publishing, in association with Civitas, reissued this classic
children's history book over fifty years after it was last in
print. The response from the public and the media was terrific and
a staggering 20,000 copies were sold within the first week of
publication. Such an incredible response to this book is
unsurprising to H. E. Marshall fans the world over.
This volume sets out the history of Britain in chronological order,
taking its reader through from the Romans to the death of Queen
Victoria.
Our Island Story is the history of England up to Queen Victorias
Death. Marshall used these stories to tell her children about their
homeland, Great Britain. To add to the excitement, she mixed in a
bit of myth as well as a few legends.
The Anglo-Saxon saga retold in excellent English prose, with the
heroic qualities emphasized. Relates how Beowulf, the hero of the
Anglo-Saxons, journeys to Daneland, and how he overcomes Grendel,
the ogre, and his mother, the water witch, then returns to his own
land to serve as king. After 50 years of peace, the fire dragon
makes war on the Goth folk and Beowulf goes forth in combat against
it, vanquishing his foe but in the end losing his life in ridding
his people of its frightful enemy. An outstanding introduction to
this tale for children ages 8 and up.
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