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GUSN-251871
xiv, 261 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Rural population 18th century.
Ambition Social aspects History 18th century.
National characteristics, American History 18th century.
Soziale Situation.
Ehrgeiz.
Landleben.
Landbevèolkerung.
History 1775-1865.
Social conditions 18th century.
Rural conditions 18th century.
Opal, J. M.
Finding independence -- Creating commerce -- Opening households -- Exciting emulation -- Seeking livelihoods -- Pursuing distinction -- Epilogue: Worlds gained and lost.
Philadelphia : University of Pennsylvania Press
Early American studies
Early American studies.
xiv, 261 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [195]-255) and index.
Complimentary copy, June 20, 2008.
9780812240627 (hardcover : alk. paper)
0812240626 (hardcover : alk. paper)
Stacks F8.O63 2008
New England
United States
Neuengland.
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