Place Called America: A Story of the Land and People

(Hardback)

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A Place Called America takes the long view of the lands history, from its earliest formation and inhabitants up through today. Meet those indigenous to the deserts, prairies, forests, and shores of the land called Turtle Island and their relatives whose ideas founded the basis of the Constitution and who contributed in unique ways to World War II and more. Meet immigrant communities who came to the land from all around the worldat different times and against all odds, even with staunch United States immigration policies. And meet enslaved ancestors who were brought to the land against their will and whose labor and experience changed the story forever.

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***STARRED REVIEW***

Manhattan (2019) author Thermes broadens her scope in this concise, inclusive, and handsomely illustrated tour of American history, which focuses on the land that came to be known as the United States and the diverse immigrants who came to populate it.
-- "Booklist"

A necessary addition to any educational institution or the personal library of any kid who wants to "work toward a better future for all who live upon the land." History made relevant. -- "Kirkus"

Author Bio

Jennifer Thermes is a map illustrator and the author-illustrator of books for children, including Manhattan and Horse Power. She lives in Connecticut.