A look at the role of state policies in North-South economic divergence and in American industrial development leading up to the Civil War.In 1796, famed engineer and architect Benjamin Henry Latrobe toured the coal fields outside Richmond, Virginia, declaring enthusiastically, "Such a mine of Wealth exists, I believe, nowhere else!" With its abundant and accessible deposits, growing industries, and network of rivers and ports, Virginia stood poised to serve as the ...

"Easily the most thorough and best-grounded account of the coal-based system of heating in the nineteenth-century United States . . . authoritative." — The New England QuarterlyHome Fires tells the fascinating story of how changes in home heating over the nineteenth century spurred the growth of networks that helped remake American society. Sean Patrick Adams reconstructs the ways in which the "industrial hearth" appeared in American cities, the me...

The emergence of coal-based fuel economy over the course of the nineteenth century was one of the most significant features of America’s Industrial Revolution, but the transition from wood to mineral energy sources was a gradual one that transpired over a number of decades. The documents in these volumes recreate the institutional history of the American coal industry in the nineteenth century — providing a first-hand perspective on the developments in regard to political economy, business...

The emergence of coal-based fuel economy over the course of the nineteenth century was one of the most significant contributions the America’s Industrial Revolution, but the transition from wood to mineral energy sources was a gradual one that transpired over a number of decades. The documents in these volumes recreate the institutional history of the American coal industry in the nineteenth century; in doing so they provide a first-hand perspective on the developments in regard to politic...

The emergence of coal-based fuel economy over the course of the nineteenth century was one of the most significant features of America’s Industrial Revolution, but the transition from wood to mineral energy sources was a gradual one that transpired over a number of decades. The documents in these volumes recreate the institutional history of the American coal industry in the nineteenth century - providing a first-hand perspective on the developments in regard to political economy, business...

Holly is a little girl who loves adventure and has a big imagination. Jonathan, the younger brother, always seems to have something up his sleeve. Daniel, the older brother, loves to see famous places and plans all of their adventures. Lisa, Holly's magical stuffed animal, keeps her entertained and looks after her when they go on adventures. Join all four as they discover legendary sites, meet a very famous woman and find out how Lisa gets the kids out of trouble on their trip to England.

Rhythm is a talented little girl who has the ability to play musical instruments of all types from around the world. Join her as she performs for family, friends, teachers as well as members of the animal kingdom. They are all fans of Rhythm! And you will be too!

Lisa, Holly, Daniel and Jonathan are all having a great time in different parts of Canada and have a plan to meet up at Niagara Falls. However, an incoming blizzard may keep them all apart. Can Holly and Lisa come up with a plan to reunite everyone? All that and more in Lisa Goes to Canada!

Rhythm and Lyric spend a super fun day at the zoo! Join them as they visit and say hi to many different animals from elephants to giraffes to bears to snakes and many others. Maybe you can join them next time!

LISA and the kids join Jonathan on a class trip to Egypt in their latest awesome travel adventure. They visit the Pyramids, the Sphinx and more incredible wonders of Egypt. The kids also try to learn more about the origins of the magical Lisa. Where is she from? How old is she?? Check out Lisa Goes to Egypt as the story continues to unfold!

Rhythm continues her exciting world tour in South America and Central America where she visits 20 different countries, capturing some beautiful moments along the way. Join Rhythm as she shows you some of the amazing cities and sights that she visits! You'll want to go visit these super cool places after reading this latest adventure in the Rhythm's World series.

Rhythm and Lyric introduce you to some of their favorite sports in the world! They have a great time playing and invite you to join them!