Waller's Brief History Of Illinois (1910) - Elbert Waller - Bog

Waller's Brief History of Illinois is a book written by Elbert Waller and published in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the state of Illinois, from its early Native American inhabitants to the present day. Waller covers a wide range of topics, including the state's early explorers and settlers, its role in the American Revolution and the Civil War, and its growth and development as a major industrial and agricultural center in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book is organized chronologically, beginning with the prehistoric era and continuing through the arrival of European explorers and settlers, the establishment of the state government, and the state's involvement in major historical events such as the Underground Railroad and the Haymarket Riot. Waller also includes detailed information on the state's geography, climate, and natural resources, as well as its cultural and social history.Waller's Brief History of Illinois is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the state, from students and scholars to general readers. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the state's past, and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand and appreciate. Overall, this book is an important contribution to the study of Illinois history and a must-read for anyone interested in the state's rich and varied past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.