""A History of Mississippi: From the Discovery of the Great River by Hernando DeSoto"" is a comprehensive account of the state of Mississippi from its early beginnings to the present day. Written by Robert Lowry, the book traces the state's history from the arrival of the first Native Americans to the present day. The book covers topics such as the state's early settlers, the impact of the Civil War and Reconstruction, the rise of the civil rights movement, and the state's modern economic and political landscape. The book also explores the state's unique cultural heritage, including its music, literature, and art. With detailed research and engaging storytelling, ""A History of Mississippi"" offers readers a deep understanding of one of America's most fascinating and complex states.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1891 Edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.