The History of Pennsylvania From the Earliest Discovery to the Present Time: Including an Account of the First Settlements by the Dutch, Swedes, and English, and of the Colony of William Penn, His Treaty and Pacific Measures With the Indians; and the Grad

This classic history of Pennsylvania tells the story of the state from its earliest days as a Dutch colony to its modern incarnation as a thriving center of industry and culture. With detailed accounts of key events and figures, as well as insights into the social, economic, and political forces that have shaped the state, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating part of America.

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