Social Movements Civil War to WWI

Check out pages 426-431 of this book for an easy-to-read overview of major American happenings in the years 1789-1917. Students may find pages 428-431 particularly useful for this project as topics including the Civil War, The Union's victory and Reconstruction, economic rise, and imperialism are covered. Additionally, the text is illustrated with a number of historical images.

This book showcases over 200 photos of the lumbering industry in the Pacific Northwest's "Big Woods" from 1890 to 1925. These are strongly supplemented by the author's research.

A reference book that examines life at home, work, and in the community; family finances and budget; and the cost of living and amusements. It also offers a record of national current events, economic profiles, historical snapshots, news profiles, local news articles and illustrations derived from popular printed materials of the time. 

A great book about the ecology and history of the first national park, with full color images of the people, places, and artifacts related to the establishment of Yellowstone.

This book includes an overview of the United States during the 1900-1910 decade, covering daily life, world events, sports, arts, scientific advances, and more. 

Examines whether capitalism is a good, practical, moral, and sustainable economic system. Explores concerns about the relationships between capitalism and democracy, poverty, and personal freedom, and looks at the role of capitalism in the global economic crisis. Also provides perspectives on the question of whether and when the public good warrants intervention by the government in a capitalist system. 

Provides an insightful introduction to the life and works of the American painter and includes reproductions of his works. 

Carefully researched and with historical illustrations and photographs, this book offers a wide scope of the American railroad industry.

This book includes an overview of the United States during the 1910-1920 decade, covering daily life, world events, sports, arts, scientific advances, and more. 

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, and anecdotes this book examines controversial issues stemming from historic events. Topics include: Do Immigrants Adversely Impact the American Economy? Do Immigrants Worsen Crime? Do Immigrants Threaten American Culture and Values? Is There Room for New Immigrants In 20th Century America? 

An examination of the art movement known as Realism from its beginnings in the mid-1800s to its decline in the late 1800s, including an introduction to great artists and works.

Traces the history of the United States through photographs and first-person accounts by people who participated in milestone events from the American Revolution through the impeachment of President Bill Clinton. Parts XIII - XXIV are particularly helpful for this project.

Explores six generations of American life through the break-through development of photography.