historical geography

Presents an historical atlas that describes Islamic history and culture from before the Prophet Mohammed until the beginning of the sixteenth century, and contains detailed maps, photographs, and illustrations.

Traces the history of North America's rail ways, describing the origins of the railroad, and presenting nearly four hundred antique railroad maps with historical photographs, brochures, and posters.

Examines the westward expansion and Manifest Destiny, and discusses the Mexican War, Oregon Trail, Transcontinental Railroad, and conflicts with Native Americans.

Traces the building of roads in the eastern part of the United States from the time of the earliest colonists to the 1850s.

Describes the methods used by American archaeologists to learn about the westward expansion in North America.