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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for History For many years, a single volume covering the "History of the West" did not exist. Paxson''s masterwork rectifies this problem - offering an essential, sweeping account of the American West and westward expansion from 1763-1893. The American... Read Full Overview

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for History For many years, a single volume covering the "History of the West" did not exist. Paxson''s masterwork rectifies this problem - offering an essential, sweeping account of the American West and westward expansion from 1763-1893. The American... Read Full Overview

"History of the American Frontier - 1763-1893" is an enthralling exploration of the dynamic and transformative period in American history. From the aftermath of the French and Indian War to the closing of the frontier, this comprehensive account delves into the remarkable events,... Read Full Overview

Winner of the 1925 Pulitzer Prize in History.
Explore the rich history of the American West in this essential volume by Paxson. Covering the period from 1763 to 1893, this comprehensive work offers a detailed account of the westward expansion that shaped the nation's destiny.Through... Read Full Overview