The Historical Statistics of the United States

Abstract

Historical Statistics of the United States presents the numerical history of the United States. This definitive reference work contains more than 37,000 annual time series of quantitative historical information covering virtually every quantifiable dimension of American history: population, work and welfare, economic structure and performance, governance, and international relations, all from the earliest times to the present. Each series is fully documented and placed in historical context by a recognized expert. This book is also Prize Winner of: Booklist Editor's Choice 2006 2007 HONORABLE MENTION for the Dartmouth Medal A 2007 Winner of RUSA Outstanding Reference award LIBRARY JOURNAL Best of Reference in 2006