What can the people of the past tell us about their everyday lives? Historical documents teach us much about how individuals lived, whether they were raising a family or raising an army. The Voices of an Era series brings together primary sources from specific historical times to show how people worked, played, thought, worshipped, and much more.

· Each volume focuses on a specific historical era, offering a window into history through primary documents, from speeches to poems and interview transcripts

· Introductions and ‘Keep in Mind as you Read’ sections provide helpful context before introducing the source

· ‘Aftermath’ sections describe the effects and significance of the document or the events it influenced

· ‘Ask Yourself’ and ‘Topics to Consider’ sections provide ways for readers to further interrogate the text and undertake additional research to develop their understanding