1865 to the Present: A United States History for High Schools

This ex-library copy shows typical library markings and stamps. The hardcover is intact, though it displays some wear consistent with frequent use, particularly along the edges and corners. The absence of a dust jacket is noted, but the binding remains strong, and the interior pages are clean and legible.

"1865 to the Present: A United States History for High Schools" is a comprehensive textbook authored by Boyd C. Shafer, Richard A. McLemore, and Everett Augspurger, published by Laidlaw Brothers in 1967. This volume serves as a detailed historical account for high school students, covering pivotal events in U.S. history from the post-Civil War era to the contemporary period of publication. The authors bring significant academic credentials, with Shafer being a professor at Macalester College, McLemore presiding over Mississippi College, and Augspurger having a background in social studies supervision. Illustrated with maps and charts by George Armstrong and Paul Hazelrigg, this book is an educational resource for understanding the evolution of the United States. The copy shows signs of library use, indicative of its role in educational settings. It lacks a dust jacket but remains a valuable historical text for students and educators alike.