Worthington Chauncey Ford Knihy

Explore the thoughts and ideas of one of America's greatest founding fathers in this comprehensive collection of the writings of George Washington. From his time as a young soldier to his presidency, readers will gain insight into the man behind the legend and the struggles and triumphs that shaped his life and his country.

Gain insight into the life and times of one of America's most celebrated statesmen with this comprehensive collection of the writings of John Quincy Adams. From his early years as a diplomat to his later years as a congressman and president, this book provides a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a true American original.

Benjamin Franklin was one of America's Founding Fathers and a prolific writer, diplomat, and scientist. The Library of Congress holds a vast collection of his papers, including personal and professional correspondence, manuscripts, and other documents. This list provides a comprehensive guide to the collection and is a valuable resource for scholars interested in Franklin's life and work.

BCR's Shelf2Life American Civil War Collection is a unique and exciting collection of pre-1923 titles focusing on the American Civil War and the people and events surrounding it. From memoirs and biographies of notable military figures to firsthand accounts of famous battles and in-depth discussions of slavery, this collection is a remarkable opportunity for scholars and historians to rediscover the experience and impact of the Civil War. The volumes contained in the collection were all written within 60 years of the end of the war, which means that most authors had living memory of it and were facing the effects of the war while writing. These firsthand accounts allow the modern reader to more fully understand the culture of both the Union and Confederacy, the politics that governed the escalation and end of the war, the personal experience of life during the Civil War, and the most difficult and polarizing question in the history of the United States: slavery. The American Civil War Collection allows new readers access to the contemporary arguments and accounts surrounding the war, and is a vital new tool in understanding this important and pivotal chapter in American history.

This book tells the story of Dr. S. Millington Miller, a prominent figure in the history of Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Miller was a staunch defender of American independence and was instrumental in the drafting and signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, a document that asserted the authority of the people over the British Crown. This book provides a fascinating window into the early days of the American Revolution and the men and women who risked their lives to create a new nation.