With voices ranging from those of presidents to slaves, from both men and women, and from Native Americans and white settlers, this book tells the story of the first half-century of the United States. * Provides students with over 50 essential documents from the Early Republic: the first five decades of the USA* Includes lesser-known documents, for example Thomas Jefferson's rules for 'republican etiquette'* Incorporates eyewitness testimony from major historical figures, alongside that of ordinary people from the period* Includes an introduction, document headnotes and questions at the end of each chapter designed to encourage students to engage with the material critically

With voices ranging from those of presidents to slaves, from both men and women, and from Native Americans and white settlers, this book tells the story of the first half-century of the United States. * Provides students with over 50 essential documents from the Early Republic: the first five decades of the USA* Includes lesser-known documents, for example Thomas Jefferson's rules for 'republican etiquette'* Incorporates eyewitness testimony from major historical figures, alongside that of ordinary people from the period* Includes an introduction, document headnotes and questions at the end of each chapter designed to encourage students to engage with the material critically

A Companion to the Era of Andrew Jackson offers a wealth of new insights on the era of Andrew Jackson. This collection of essays by leading scholars and historians considers various aspects of the life, times, and legacy of the seventh president of the United States. * Provides an overview of Andrew Jackson's life and legacy, grounded in the latest scholarship and including original research spread across a number of thematic areas * Features 30 essays contributed by leading scholars and historians * Synthesizes the most up-to-date scholarship on the political, economic, social, and cultural aspects of the Age of Andrew Jackson