1801-1809

Readers will learn what it took in 1803 to make largest land purchase in the history of the United States, the Louisiana Territory and the leaders involved.

The 1803 purchase of the Louisiana Territory doubled the size of the United States and helped kick off the period of westward expansion. Readers take a look at President Jefferson's role in the deal, why the United States wanted this territory, and why France agreed to the sale.

Presents the life of United States historian Henry Adams focusing on his youth, family, education, marriage, and journalism career. Includes information on his interest in the formation of the nation under Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, and Madison. Also analyzes the historic methods of Henry Adams.

Tells the story of explorers Lewis and Clark's journey into the western United States, from 1804 to 1806, and includes a summary of their objectives and accomplishments.

A revisionist point of view on American foreign and domestic policies during the Jefferson and Madison administrations.

Chronicles the quarter century period of Jefferson's, Madison's, and Monroe's administrations, an era of much change and growth in the United States.

Chronicles the experiences of Meriwether Lewis, the man chosen by President Jefferson to lead a voyage from the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean, discusses the experiences of those who took part in the expedition, and tells of the leading political, scientific, and military figures involved in the mapping of the American West.

Discusses the people and events that shaped this country, from the controversial election of 1800 through the westward expansion to the War of 1812 and James Madison's presidency.