Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History from 485 A.D. to 1905 is a comprehensive reference book written by Benson John Lossing. The book covers the history of the United States from the arrival of the first settlers to the early 20th century. The first volume of the book was published in 1905 and contains information on the period from 485 A.D. to the year 1700. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of American history, including the colonial era, the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Reconstruction era. Each chapter provides detailed information on the major events, people, and ideas that shaped the country's history. The book also includes maps, illustrations, and photographs that help readers visualize the events and places described in the text. Harper's Encyclopedia of United States History is an essential resource for anyone interested in American history and provides a comprehensive overview of the country's past.In Ten Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.