This comprehensive history of Minnesota provides a detailed overview of the state's evolution from the pre-colonial era through the turn of the 20th century. Drawing on extensive primary source material and archaeological evidence, this book provides insights into Minnesota's indigenous cultures, the arrival of European settlers, and the subsequent growth of the state's economy and political institutions. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Midwest.

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