Bøker av H. E. Marshall

"This Country of Ours" is a historical children's book authored by H. E. Marshall and first published in 1917. The book offers an accessible overview of American history, covering topics such as Christopher Columbus's discovery of America, early exploration and colonization, the American Revolution, the formation of the United States, and significant events and figures in the nation's history. Written in a narrative style, the book aims to make history engaging and informative for young readers. It has been used as a textbook in schools and remains a popular resource for children interested in American history.

This book tells the history of the United States, starting with European explorers rather than the Native Americans who had been inhabiting the region we now name North America for generations. The book describes the achievements of the brave, clever, and powerful men (and a few women) who founded the colonies that later developed into the states that eventually gave rise to the current nation.In general, it paints the Native Americans as barbaric, uncivilized, and vicious. As you read, consider why it could be crucial for a white lady of European ancestry to write for children in England or the US to view Native Americans in this manner. What does it reveal about the people, the country, and the terrain at the time? H.E. Marshall, the author, wrote from a Protestant point of view. Nothing in her writing implies that she intentionally set to be anti-Catholic, but it is clear that her Protestant background and her sense of the truth had an impact on her writing. The advantages of adopting this book exceed any drawbacks, which can be quickly resolved by debate and careful editing.

This vintage book contains a child-friendly introduction to the various writers in English literature whose works appeals most to young readers. It provides a brief sketch of the life and personality of each author, as well as quotations and references to their work. Also included are suggestions for further reading. This volume aims to bridge the gap between writer, work, and history to produce a marvellous companion to a chronological study of English literature, designed for those aged 12 and upwards. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on the history of gardening.

First published in 1908, Our Empire Story tells the history of five of the regions that made up the British Empire at the time.Covering four continents the histories include Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and India. Although written for young people it provides the same lively language that caused C.S. Lewis to call Marshall's 'Our Island Story' one of his favourite books.Be sure to look at the other books in this series, Our Island Story and This Country of Ours, also from Living Book Press.

This edition features the Australia and New Zealand sections of H.E. Marshall's classic history of the English Empire, "Our Empire Story", complete with all original illustrations and tables. Within these pages you'll read of the first white people to discover Australia, the police who were worse than the convicts, brave explorers, warrior Maori's and so much more.

After completing her history of England, Our Island Story, H.E. Marshall received a letter from a young lady in the United States asking her to write the history of her country. This Country of Ours is the result. It tells the story of the United States from the discovery by the Vikings and Columbus right through to the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, conveniently broken into the following sections- Stories of Explorers and Pioneers Stories of Virginia Stories of New England Stories of the Middle and Southern Colonies Stories of the French in America Stories of the Struggle for Liberty Stories of the United States Under the ConstitutionThis edition is complete and unabridged and includes all the original images in black and white.

After completing her history of England, Our Island Story, H.E. Marshall received a letter from a young lady in the United States asking her to write the history of her country. This Country of Ours is the result. It tells the story of the United States from the discovery by the Vikings and Columbus right through to the presidency of Woodrow Wilson, conveniently broken into the following sections-This edition is complete and unabridged and includes all the original images in full colour.

'I wish you would write Scotland's Story for littler children like me,' asked a young friend of H.E. Marshall, causing the celebrated author to give Scotland the same treatment as previously dedicated to the England in Our Island Story.Starting with the legend of Prince Gathelus and ending with King George the IV this book features many tales, including those of Macbeth, William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and the Stewart kings.This edition features all the original images.