The Significance of the Frontier in American History (Penguin "Great Ideas" Series)
Author(s): Frederick Jackson Turner
This hugely influential work marked a turning point in US history and culture, arguing that the nation's expansion into the Great West was directly linked to its unique spirit: a rugged individualism forged at the juncture between civilization and wilderness, which - for better or worse - lies at the heart of American identity today.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.
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- : Penguin Books
- : Penguin Books
- : 0.084
- : 01 August 2008
- : 183mm X 109mm X 8mm
- : United Kingdom
- : books
Special Fields
- : Frederick Jackson Turner
- : Paperback
- : 973
- : very good
- : 115