The spirit of New York
defining events in the Empire State's history
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Author
Publication
2015 - State University of New York Press, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
89,750 words, Guess
Page Count
359 pages
Identifiers
- Internet Archivespiritofnewyorkd0000dear
- ISBN-101438456581
- ISBN-139781438456584
- Library of Congress Control Number2014027594
- OCLC Control Number885313155
and 2 more
- Better World Books9781438456584
- Open LibraryOL27192607M
Classifications
- DDC974.7
- LCCF116 .D43 2015
- LCCF116.D43 2015
Description
"In this lively and engaging book, Bruce W. Dearstyne presents New York State history by exploring sixteen dramatic events. From the launch of the state government in April 1777 to the tragedy of September 11, 2001, these events altered the course of state and US history. Chapters describe great political changes, historical turning points, and struggles for social, racial, and environmental reform. The book includes daring acts of courage and against-the-odds stories of struggle and triumph. Dearstyne puts the fascinating people who made history at the center of the story, including John Jay, the lead writer of the first state constitution; Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the irrepressible crusader for women's rights; Glenn Curtiss, New York's aviation pioneer; and Robert Moses, controversial president of the 1964 New York World's Fair. This book makes history come alive. The momentous events illustrate the "spirit" of New York--the elusive traits that make New York State unique and a leader among the fifty states--and the complexity of its history." -- Publisher's description
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- Excelsior editions
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