This delightfully readable, highly documented, timeless text was written by the distinguished 19th century American historian, politician, statesman and diplomat, commemorated by the prestigious Bancroft Prize. It presents the prehistory of the United States in six volumes, from the time of Columbus to the treaty of Paris in 1783. This volume discusses the period from 1470 to 1677.

Continued, from 1776 to the Treaty of Paris in 1783. Contains an extensive Index for all six volumes.

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