united states

An easy-to-read account of how the death of a pig nearly caused a war between the Americans and the British.

Detailed pictures present both personal and political facts about the Presidents of the United States and some historical events occurring during their terms.

Describes articles made by various artisans for the use of the early settlers.

Examines the art of the silversmith in colonial times.

A history of woodworking craftsmen in colonial America, describing their tools, materials, and workmanship.

Discusses the history, materials, and technique of glassmaking in the American Colonies.

Discusses the food eaten by the early settlers and tells how it was prepared.

Discusses what it was like to live in different regions of the country, the various duties of a housewife, and the social life of the early settlers.

Describes how four staples--candles, soap, brooms, and cider--were made in colonial times.

Describes what education and the schools were like in colonial times.