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Unsolved Mysteries of American History: An EyeOpening Journey Through 500 Years of Discoveries, Disappearances, and Baffling Ev,New
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A lively tour through our past and an ingenious primer in the art of historical detection.' Robert A. Gross, author of The Minutemen and Their WorldDid Leif Ericsson beat Columbus to America? What happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke? Did Pocahontas really save John Smith? Did Davy Crockett die at the Alamo? What really happened to Amelia Earhart, and was she a spy? Who killed JFK?Unsolved Mysteries of American History recreates the most mystifying events of our past, following some of our greatest historians as they search for the elusive answers. Spanning more than five centuriesfrom Leif Ericsson and Columbus through Watergate and IranContraAron makes sense of all the latest discoveries and speculations. Here is everything you could ever want from a detective story: dramatic twists and turns, intellectual challenges, frustrating deadends, murderous mayhem, and thrilling espionage.'Stimulating and pleasurable, fair and objective . . . recommended for both the history buff and the fan of truelife mysteries.'Kirkus Reviews'Everyone loves a mystery and a history mystery best of all. Aron has assembled an impressive array of 'whodunits.'' Ivor Noel Hume, former director, Department of Archaeology, Colonial Williamsburg author of The Virginia Adventure'A welcome gateway for historical exploration.' Booklist'Aron performs something of a minor miracle: He zeroes in on the very core of historical mysteries and provides new insights for reconsidering mystifying events.' Allan W. Eckert, author of Sorrow in Our Heart
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Unsolved Mysteries of American History'? A: 'Unsolved Mysteries of American History' explores significant historical events and mysteries, presenting intriguing questions about figures and occurrences in American history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Unsolved Mysteries of American History' is Paul Aron.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Unsolved Mysteries of American History' contains 225 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on September 22, 1998.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Unsolved Mysteries of American History' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for history buffs? A: Yes, the book is recommended for both history buffs and fans of true-life mysteries, as it delves into significant historical enigmas.
- Q: What kind of insights does the book provide? A: The book offers new insights into historical mysteries, encouraging readers to reconsider well-known events and figures.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews for this book? A: Yes, the book has received positive reviews, including mentions in Kirkus Reviews and Booklist, highlighting its stimulating content and engaging narrative.
- Q: Does the book cover recent historical events? A: Yes, it spans over five centuries, covering events from Leif Ericsson to more contemporary issues like Watergate.
- Q: What can readers expect from the reading experience? A: Readers can expect a lively and engaging narrative filled with dramatic twists, intellectual challenges, and intriguing mysteries of American history.