The Making Of Pennsylvania: An Analysis Of The Elements Of The Population And The Formative Influences That Created One Of The Greatest Of The Ame

By Sydney George Fisher

Book Overview

""The Making of Pennsylvania"" is a historical analysis of the factors that contributed to the creation of one of the most significant American states. Written by Sydney George Fisher and published in 1896, the book examines the various elements of the population and the formative influences that shaped Pennsylvania's development. The author delves into the state's colonial history, including its early settlement by the Dutch, Swedes, and English, and the impact of religion, politics, and economics on its growth. Fisher also explores the role of Pennsylvania's diverse population, including the Quakers, Germans, and Scots-Irish, in shaping its unique culture and identity. Ultimately, ""The Making of Pennsylvania"" offers a comprehensive and insightful look at the complex history of this important American state.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165123118
• ISBN13: 9781165123117
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 390 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"