02502cam a22003133u 4500 24062 UtSlPG 20260610133542.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Chesterton, Cecil, 1879-1918 A History of the United States Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-12-28 Produced by Irma Spehar, Barbara Kosker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "A History of the United States" by Cecil Chesterton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the origins and development of America, offering insights into the significant events and figures that shaped the nation. It aims to provide a coherent narrative that connects the past of the United States to its present, emphasizing the principles of democracy and equality. The opening of the book begins with a dedication and an introduction that recounts the author's passion for understanding America, stimulated by his wartime experiences and his visits to the country. G.K. Chesterton reflects on his brother Cecil's life and ideas, noting his commitment to truth and his democratic values. Cecil Chesterton expresses a desire to create a concise yet meaningful account of American history for a lay audience, looking back to its colonial foundations and early democracy, and highlighting critical themes such as the challenges of religious tolerance, the impact of slavery, and the importance of individual rights and governance derived from the consent of the governed. The narrative sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the events leading to America's independence and the formation of its government, suggesting both the struggles and triumphs that define the American experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24062 65063 65063