Writers who set their work in other times must get their facts straight. This book provides accurate information illuminating the events that framed Colonial American life, from existing under England's dominion to clashing with Native Americans. Enhanced by extensive timelines, photographs, maps and illustrations, the text includes details about:
- food, drink, clothing and accessories
- marriage, the family and making a living
- money, the economy and trade
- government, politics, warfare and the military
- travel, architecture, arts and sciences
- overviews of the regions of Colonial America
- exhaustive bibliographical information
About the Author
Dale Taylor has worked in or with living history museums for 17 years. He was ranked among the top historical interpreters by the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. He has access to research facilities at Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and other museums. He lives in Florida.
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