A Check List of Manuscripts in the Edward E. Ayer Collection

by Ruth Lapham Butler

This book is a compilation of historical documents, maps, and manuscripts related to the history of North America, spanning from the 16th to the 19th centuries. The collection provides insights into various aspects, such as colonial expansion, Native American affairs, explorations, and political developments during that period. The documents offer firsthand accounts, observations, and perspectives from key figures, officials, missionaries, and explorers, shedding light on events, relationships, and the evolving landscape of North America during those centuries. Through these valuable records, readers can delve into the complexities of the region's history, gaining a deeper understanding of the interactions, conflicts, and cultural encounters that shaped its past.

310 pages, Hardcover

Published August 24, 2018