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American archaeologists uncover important information about English immigrants who settled on the eastern coastline of North American during the colonial period. Among these colonies was the well-known settlement of Jamestown which grew in "fits and starts," and produced evidence of Native American trading. Archaeologists also learned about the kind of shelters which were built, the food which was eaten, and the goods which were purchased.

Explores the daily lives of apothecaries in colonial America and examines how they worked to keep colonists healthy. Outlines several of the techniques and remedies apothecaries used to treat disease and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives of barbers in colonial America and examines the many tasks they performed in their communities. Outlines several of the techniques and tools used by barbers and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives of blacksmiths in colonial America and examines the many tasks they performed in their communities. Outlines several of the techniques and tools used by blacksmiths and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Examines the lives of doctors and early colonial medical practices in America.

Explores the daily lives and roles of farmers in colonial America. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives of glassblowers in colonial America and examines the many tasks they performed in their communities. Outlines several of the techniques and tools used by glassblowers, and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Presents information about America's Colonial Period and depicts the daily chores that were part of running an inn and discusses the important role of an innkeeper in the colonial community. Includes illustrations, a glossary, and an index.

Explores the communities of Colonial America and the role mills played in their survival, discussing how mills work, why they were necessary, and the life of the millers that ran them.

Takes a look at the role and work of the printer in American colonial communities. Features many color photos and illustrations, a glossary, and a list of information resources.

A look at the daily life of a colonial schoolmaster and his role in early American communities. Includes many color illustrations and a glossary.

Explores the daily lives and roles of shoemakers in colonial America. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives and roles of silversmiths in colonial America. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives and roles of surveyors in colonial America. Includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Explores the daily lives of tailors in colonial America and examines the many tasks they performed in their communities. Outlines several of the techniques and tools used by tailors, and includes full-color photographs and illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.