Westward expansion
Ray Allen Billington
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Westward expansion
Published
1982
Publisher
Macmillan
Pages
892
ISBN-10
0023098600
Description
Although the text sets out the remarkable story of the American frontier, which became, almost from the beginning, an archetypal narrative of the new American nation's successful expansion, the authors do not forget the social, environmental, and human cost of national expansion. While most Americans take pride in the nation's frontier heritage and its associated myths, they also share that history with others--especially with people of color--in whose collective memories the story of the American west is rendered both dark and painful. Westward Expansion encourages an understanding of American "westering" that is mindful of the racism and excessive nationalism that frequently marred the Western frontier experience. At the same time, the authors understand a sense of optimism, a profound faith in individuals' own abilities, the willingness to innovate, and an abiding trust in democracy to be the transcendent values of the frontier experience, traits that continue to influence the character of America's people long after the close of the western frontier.
Subjects
An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States
How to Hide an Empire
The frontier in American history
The autobiography of Theodore Roosevelt
Harvest of empire
The winning of the West
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Westward expansion?
This edition of Westward expansion has approximately 892 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Westward expansion?
For most readers, Westward expansion typically takes between 18h 35m and 12h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 223,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 14h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 30 days • Estimated word count: 223,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Westward expansion?
The estimated word count for Westward expansion is approximately 223,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Westward expansion?
Westward expansion was written by Ray Allen Billington.
When was Westward expansion published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1982. The original work may have been published on a different date.