Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Escapes from slavery Escapes from slavery Stephen Currie Narratives of five escapes from slavery, each of which was typical in many ways but featured unusual personal characteristics or circumstances that made these trips to freedom extraordinary. OL15057921W
The Mississippi The Mississippi Stephen Currie Discusses the importance of the Mississippi River, its role in the agricultural and industrial development of the United States, floods and their impact, and various threats to the river. OL15057950W
Life in Charles Dickens's England Life in Charles Dickens's England Stephen Currie This book is an introduction to life in Charles Dickens's England (1812-1870), describing urbanization, population growth, the Industrial Revolution, factory work, social positions, and a divided soc… OL17885537W