The Frontier in American History
A North American Hi..., History, Nonfiction book. That coarseness and strength combined with acuteness and inquisitiveness; that practical, inventive...
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- Pages: 348 pages
- ISBN: 9780486291673 / 486291677
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Thus the advance of the frontier has meant a steady movement away from the influence of Europe, a steady growth of independence on American lines. Frederick Jackson Turner, The Frontier in American History In short, at the frontier the environment is at first too strong for the man. Frederick Jackson Turner, The Frontier in American History That coarseness and strength combined with acuteness and inquisitiveness; that practical, inventive turn of mind, quick to find expedients; that masterful grasp of material things, lacking in the artistic but powerful to effect great ends; that restless, nervous energy; that dominant individualism, working for good and evil, and withal that buoyancy and exuberance which comes with freedom - these are the traits of the frontier. Frederick Jackson Turner, The Frontier in American History
I did not enjoy reading this book. It was a collection of essays about how the expansion of the United States pre-20th century was not merely a result of history but was responsible for much of the development of US history. The pioneers were rabid democrats and, therefore, pushed the country farther from tyranny. It sounded like a... history buffs This really should be read by all serious students of history; specifically anyone with an interest in America and the West. Turner's work is still absolutely relevant, as the world adjusts to having nowhere to go.
