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Scotland's Mark on America
George Fraser Black
出版DigiCat, 2022-09-15
主題Fiction / ClassicsReference / General
ISBNEAN:8596547312468
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=eUiLEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋In 'Scotland's Mark on America,' George Fraser Black explores the profound impact Scots have made in shaping the United States. With meticulous detail, Black delves into the contributions of Scots-Americans across various professions. The work reads as a thorough historical account, imbued with rich narrative and analytical depth, tracing Scottish influence from the dungarees of the pioneers to the stones of the White House. Black's prose elucidates the remarkable and often overlooked Scottish presence in America's military, religious, artistic, and political landscapes, offering readers both a broad overview and nuanced insights into each sector's transformation under Scots-American contributions, within their broader literary and historical context. George Fraser Black was uniquely positioned to pen this insightful examination, armed with scholarly expertise in Scottish culture and an intimate understanding of American society. His own heritage likely provided a distinct lens through which he scrutinized the indelible Scottish print on American soil, coupling his academic rigor with a personal passion for the subject matter. The book emerges not only as a historical record but as a tribute to the author's ancestors, inviting reflection on the interwoven narratives of personal and national identities. Scholars and enthusiasts of cultural history are recommended to immerse themselves in 'Scotland's Mark on America.' Black's book stands as an essential read for those interested in the rich tapestry of American heritage and the Scottish threads that run through it. It offers an enlightening journey into the legacy of Scots-Americans who, through their ambitions and expertise, have left a lasting imprint on a nation's development. For its comprehensive research and engaging storytelling, this book is an invaluable addition to both academic and private collections, igniting appreciation for the multicultural dimensions that define U.S. history.