Examines the 12 most amazing facts about the Louisiana Purchase. Full-color spreads describe the event's critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline.
Part of the Turning Points in US History series
Through fact-driven text, key photos, and engaging layouts, Turning Points explores many pivotal moments in the rich history of the United States. There are moments of celebration. There are also moments of crisis. Each important moment shaped the US into the country it is today. Readers will explore US history from the Boston Tea Party through the Civil Rights movement in this enlightening and well-balanced series.
