Much of the story of human history has been about the quest for land and who controls it. A PLACE CALLED AMERICA: A STORY OF THE LAND AND PEOPLE explores the complex history of how the United States of America came to be. From the Native Americans who first lived upon the land, to European colonist settlers, enslaved Africans, and immigrants from all around the world– many people, places, and events have shaped the story of America. Detailed maps show the country’s expanding borders over time and illustrate historic events throughout the centuries. Sidebars focus on select moments in history, and an extensive timeline and list of select sources in the back matter encourages further reading.