The American Reader: Words that Moved a NationDiane Ravitch HarperCollins, 1990 - 383 páginas The American Reader is a uniquely readable anthology of writings and thoughts that are important in American history. The approximately 200 chronologically arranged selections, while all historically and culturally important, were chosen primarily for their literary quality and their interest to readers today. Illustrated. |
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... Boy " was well loved for its evocation of the simple joys of country life . It was written in 1855 . Cheerily , then , my little man , Live and. Blessings on thee , little man , Barefoot boy , with cheek of tan ! With thy turned - up ...
... Boy " was well loved for its evocation of the simple joys of country life . It was written in 1855 . Cheerily , then , my little man , Live and. Blessings on thee , little man , Barefoot boy , with cheek of tan ! With thy turned - up ...
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... Boys , " was written by George F. Root in 1861. It is sung to a rousing patriotic tune and was probably the best loved of Union songs . Root composed two different versions , one a " rallying " song for civilians , the other a " battle ...
... Boys , " was written by George F. Root in 1861. It is sung to a rousing patriotic tune and was probably the best loved of Union songs . Root composed two different versions , one a " rallying " song for civilians , the other a " battle ...
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... boys , and for white boys , too . I believe that next to the founding of Negro colleges the most valuable addition to Negro education since the war has been indus- trial training for black boys . Nevertheless , I in- sist that the ...
... boys , and for white boys , too . I believe that next to the founding of Negro colleges the most valuable addition to Negro education since the war has been indus- trial training for black boys . Nevertheless , I in- sist that the ...
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The Mayflower Compact | 3 |
A Demand to Limit Search and Seizure | 9 |
Chief Logans Lament | 15 |
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