Contested Boundaries

Contested Boundaries: A New Pacific Northwest History provides a contemporary overview of the region's history, exploring the key themes, events, and people that have shaped Washington, Oregon, and Idaho over the past two centuries. Through twelve essays, the book examines the human and environmental impacts of exploration, trade, settlement, and industrialization, as well as economic challenges, war, and globalization. Authored by experienced professors, it offers an accessible and meaningful introduction to the region's recent history.