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Unworthy Republic is a powerful exploration of one of the darkest chapters in American history. This engaging book recounts the harrowing saga of the forced expulsion of 80,000 Native Americans from their ancestral homelands during the 1830s. Through meticulous research and compelling narrative, it unveils the widespread fraud and violence that characterized this tragic era, shedding light on how American policy devolved into a campaign of extermination. Readers will encounter key figures, including US officials and southern planters, who played crucial roles in this massive displacement. This authoritative book, published by W W Norton & Company in 2021, spans 416 pages and is perfect for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Native American history and the harsh realities of the Indian Removal Act. With a new lens on this pivotal period, Unworthy Republic is essential reading for historians, students, and activists committed to uncovering the truth about America’s past. Explore the themes of resilience, loss, and injustice within its pages. As you delve into this insightful analysis, you will find a fresh perspective on the impact of these events on today's society, reinforcing the importance of acknowledging history's complexities. This BRAND NEW hardcopy comes with FREE shipping and is delivered reliably to your doorstep, so don’t miss your chance to own this important work. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get ready to deepen your understanding of a foundational aspect of American history with Unworthy Republic.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393541564
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
In May 1830, the United States launched an unprecedented campaign to expel 80,000 Native Americans from their eastern homelands to territories west of the Mississippi River. In a firestorm of fraud and violence, thousands of Native Americans lost their lives, and thousands more lost their farms and possessions. The operation soon devolved into an unofficial policy of extermination, enabled by US officials, southern planters, and northern speculators. Hailed for its searing insight, Unworthy Republic transforms our understanding of this pivotal period in American history.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393541564
Year: 2021
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 416
Description:
In May 1830, the United States launched an unprecedented campaign to expel 80,000 Native Americans from their eastern homelands to territories west of the Mississippi River. In a firestorm of fraud and violence, thousands of Native Americans lost their lives, and thousands more lost their farms and possessions. The operation soon devolved into an unofficial policy of extermination, enabled by US officials, southern planters, and northern speculators. Hailed for its searing insight, Unworthy Republic transforms our understanding of this pivotal period in American history.