The Frontier in American History by Frederick J. Turner
"The Frontier in American History" examines the importance of the unsettled, western frontier in shaping the political, economic, and social identity of the United States. The book argues that the constant westward expansion and the challenges it presented played a crucial role in developing American democracy, individualism, and innovative spirit. The author further posits that the closing of this frontier at the end of the 19th century marked a significant shift in American society, which now had to find new ways of growth and innovation.
The 1507th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1920
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 12th on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- The 50 Best Books of the Century (Intercollegiate Studies Institute)
- Books That Shaped America (Library of Congress)