Tappan’s World’s Story Volume XII: The United States offers readers a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of the United States. From the early days of exploration and colonization to the Civil War and beyond, Tappan skillfully navigates through the major events and figures that have shaped the nation. With a clear and concise writing style, she presents a wealth of information while keeping the reader’s attention.

What sets this book apart is its inclusion of a diverse range of primary sources, including letters, speeches, and diary entries, which provide a unique perspective on key moments in American history. This allows readers to not only learn about the events themselves, but also to understand the thoughts and emotions of the people who lived through them.

Overall, Tappan’s World’s Story Volume XII: The United States is a must-read for anyone interested in American history. Whether you are a student, a scholar, or just a history enthusiast, this book offers a valuable and insightful look at the story of the United States.

Book Description:
This is the twelfth volume of the 15-volume series of The World’s Story: a history of the World in story, song and art, edited by Eva March Tappan. Each book is a compilation of selections from prose literature, poetry and pictures and offers a comprehensive presentation of the world's history, art and culture, from the early times till the beginning of the 20th century. Part XII compiles stories about the early history of the United States, starting with the first explorators, the fights with the native Americans, the early settlers and culminating with the struggle for independence from the European leaders. - Summary by Sonia