- Paperback: 416 pages
- Publisher: Bison Books; 2nd Revised edition edition (Jun 1 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0803280424
- ISBN-13: 978-0803280427
- Product Dimensions: 2.3 x 2 x 0.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 1 Kg
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"An important contribution to our understanding of Nebraska history."—Great Plains Quarterly
(Great Plains Quarterly )"Beware. The first taste of Nebraska history will almost inevitably lead you to larger and larger meals. The history is abundant, varied, exciting, and unique. And Luebke’s book is the perfect appetizer."—Lincoln Journal Star
(Lincoln Journal Star )“If you know little about Nebraska’s past and want an engaging introduction, start with this book.”—Nebraska Life
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A unique history of Nebraska is presented in these pages, drawing on fifty-eight short topical chapters and a rich gallery of illustrations. Professor Frederick C. Luebke’s lifelong commitment to the study of his state informs the book in every detail, as does his concern for clear and readable narrative. The treasure trove of images, many never published before, cast new light on many aspects of Nebraska’s history. These include the culture of the state’s Native peoples and their lives today, the building of the transcontinental railroad, the hardship endured by European immigrants, and the contributions of women, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Asian Americans to the state. This is a book that every Nebraskan will want to own, read, and enjoy.
This second edition includes updated chapters on the current social, economic, and political climate of Nebraska and some new illustrations.
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Nebraska's history in pictures, Feb 8 2006
By Bomojaz - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Nebraska: An Illustrated History (Hardcover)
An oversized, very handsomely illustrated history of Nebraska. There is some text, but the emphasis is on the photographs depicting various time periods in the state's development. There are 5 major sections: before statehood, the fledgling state, the emergence of modern Nebraska (1890-1930), drought and war (1930-1970), and the most recent technological era (1970-present). The photos are far-ranging and include famous people, forts, Native Americans, early town and city growth, natural formations, Dust Bowl scenes, cowboy and farm life, and the most recent developments. It's a fun book to look at and would grace anyone's coffeetable, Cornhusker or otherwise.
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short and sweet, July 18 2009
By M. Rinne "ringo_96" - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Nebraska: An Illustrated History, Second Edition (Paperback)
This is a great resource if you teach Nebraska history. If you think you're getting in-depth info, look elsewhere. There are plenty of good pictures in here and each chapter has about 2-3 pages of writing so it's nice to read before bed.
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