Tunis, Edwin

Traces the building of boats, from the first dugout to the latest submarines and steamships, describing new principles incorporated into the vessels to improve navigation and safety.

Describes the industries, schools, society, culture, and growth of the coastal settlements during the colonial period.

Describes the history, government, industries, schools, society, culture, and westward expansion during the first fifty years of United States independence.

Traces the building of boats, from the first dugout to the latest submarines and steamships, describing new principles incorporated into the vessels to improve navigation and safety.

Describes in text and pictures weapons used through the ages, from the stones of prehistoric man to the bombs of modern times.