Living at the Edge
Living at the Edge

Author: Michael F. Anderson

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 200

ISBN-13:

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A comprehensive look at the pioneer history of the Grand Canyon region, from its earliest residents to the creation of the national park at the end of the pioneer era (circa 1920). Included are nearly 200 historical photographs, many never published before, and 12 custom maps of the region.

Encounter
Encounter

Author: Jane Yolen

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780152013899

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A Taino Indian boy on the island of San Salvador recounts the landing of Columbus and his men in 1492.

Exploration and Conquest
Exploration and Conquest

Author: Betsy Maestro

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 1997-08-25

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 0688154743

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Christopher Columbus was not the first to discover the Americas, but his voyages led to European exploration of the New World. Rich in resources and natural beauty, the Americas were irresistible to gold-hungry conquistadors. The newcomers gave little thought to those who had called the lands their home, and exploration soon came to signify conquest. The New World -- and the lives of its inhabitants -- would be changed forever.