west (u.s.)

Explores through the efforts to reconstruct the ravaged South and the push to create new life in the promising land to the west of the Mississippi.

This book contextualizes the Louisiana Purchase and examines how it affected the early development of America.

This book highlights the extraordinary spirit of courage and cooperation that existed among the members of the famous expedition.

Provides in-depth analysis of the life, works, career, and critical importance of Wright Morris.

Provides an in-depth critical introduction to the short stories of Wallace Stegner. Includes a detailed analyses of every significant story, biographical information, a chronology of the artist's life and works, and a representative selection of critical responses.

Provides an in-depth critical introduction to the short stories of Leslie Marmon Silko. Includes a detailed analyses of every significant story, biographical information, a chronology of the artist's life and works, and a representative selection of critical responses.

Geronimo Stilton explores the Wild West.

"Before technology and maps there were boats and explorers. Lewis and Clark led the Corps of Discovery through previously unmapped lands in the west of the United States. With the help of Sacagawea and other Native American communities of the area, they helped further exploration of newly acquired territory. Learn about this exploration with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding that aids comprehension. It's key U.S. history curriculum made approachable for all"--.

Do you know the story of the "Wild" West? The history stories you think you know may not be what they seem. In this deep-diving series, readers of How FACT Became FICTION are invited into the truth beyond the stories people tell about history. It includes investigations into what really happened and how the truth was hidden over time. Readers explore primary sources as they develop historical inquiry and media literacy skills and learn the ins and outs of separating fact from fiction.

Young wild colt Sky must find his way over rough terrain to rejoin his family after being captured for the Pony Express.