American Heritage, American Voices: Colonies and Revolution

American Heritage, American Voices: Colonies and Revolution by King, David C.. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780471443919.

Find out what life was like in colonial America from the people who lived it! This first book in the American Heritage American Voices series will give you a rare glimpse into the day-to-day experiences of early Americans. Youll learn from fourteen-year-old George Washington about his Rules of Civility and Decent Behaviour (such as "Do not laugh too much or too loud in public."); youll read the testimony of an accused witch from the Salem witch trials; and youll hear about the terrible conditions African slaves suffered when they were brought to America, from one of the slaves who survived. Youll also find out about what led up to the Boston Tea Party, what happened to the signers of the Declaration of Independence, and the daring mission of the first submarine (in 1776!). From Columbuss letter describing his first voyage to America to the Constitution of the United States, Colonies and Revolution presents a wealth of period documents, including diaries, letters, articles, advertisements, speeches, and more, from both famous figures and ordinary citizens. Find out how all of these American voices working together helped to make this country what it is today.