From these beginnings: A biographical approach to American history

by Roderick Nash

'From These Beginnings' looks at history through biographical portraits of famous men and women whose contributions helped to create the American nation and society. Each biography shows how the person's experiences are linked to historical events, covering everything from the environment to popular culture.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published March 28, 1978

About the author

Frazier Nash, Roderick
Nash, Roderic Frazier
Nash, Roderick F.
Nash, Roderick Frazier

Roderick Frazier Nash is a professor emeritus of history and environmental studies at the University of California Santa Barbara. He was the first person to descend the Tuolumne River (using a raft) [from: en.wikipedia.org]