new york (state)

Provides information about the state of New York, in a question and answer format, covering the land, history, people, and more.

An autobiographical novel in which fifteen-year-old Jennifer Johnson convinces her parents to commit her to the Eating Disorders Unit of an upstate New York psychiatric hospital in 1988, where the treatment for her bulimia and anorexia is not what she expects.

On September 11, 2001, Americans witnessed the worst tragedy our country has ever seen. The World Trade Center, in New York City, disappeared that day as terrorists flew planes into the Twin Towers killing and injuring thousands of people. Shortly after the attack, planning began on the rebuilding of a new World Trade Center.

This fact-filled volume, which reflects the most current scholarship, examines the history of New York State s government structure from its earliest roots to contemporary leaders. Topics addressed include early native governments and leadership, an explanation of the separation of powers, levels of state and national government, and what it means to be a good citizen. Includes the biographic information for notable New York State leaders. The book is richly formatted with full-color photographs as well as primary source documents that help bring the evolution of New York s government into the spotlight.

Using the most recent research, this volume examines how New York s history and culture were influenced by its complex past as a part of a Dutch colony known as New Netherland. Provides a detailed history of New York while it was under Dutch control and explores the lasting influence of New York s Dutch heritage. Includes important people involved in shaping New Netherland, including Adriaen Block, Petrus Stuyvesant, and others. The book features maps and primary sources to help illustrate the events that shaped New Netherland and New York State.

Backed by the latest scholarly research, this book chronicles the history of early New York, how it became a British colony, and what life was like in colonial New York. Demonstrates how New York was a a land of innovative, free-thinking individuals who took advantage of the natural resources around them. Addresses key events in colonial New York including the founding of the British colony and the French and Indian War as well as key figures, such as King Charles II and Robert R. Livingston. The facts are richly supplemented with detailed maps and primary source documents from the era.

Founded on recent historical investigations, this exciting volume delves into the journeys of the first intrepid travelers who sailed across the ocean to explore unknown lands. Featured explorers include Henry Hudson, Jacques Cartier, Samuel de Champlain, and Giovanni da Verrazzano. Address which Native American peoples were encountered by early explorers. Also included are valuable primary source documents and maps from this exciting period of New York s history.

Based on the most up-to-date research, this book explores the many unique geographical qualities and resources that have helped make New York State a leader in business and industry. This fascinating book traces the history of the state s economy from the Native Americans, to the colonial occupation by the Dutch, to the development of factories and infrastructure that make New York the flourishing hub it is today. This helpful resource features primary source documents, photographs, and maps from New York s history show how economic activities have shaped New York State.