The new eight-volume "Colonial Settlements in America" set recounts the gripping stories behind America's first permanent European settlements. Each book presents the chronology of a particular settlement's history, from its founding up to the end of the colonial period. Clear text brings to life the often-harrowing experiences of each settlement's residents and highlights their prominent role in founding and shaping its character. Detailed maps, photographs, and sidebars present the locations and events featured in a dynamic and eye-catching manner.