• Title: Going to the Source, Volume I: To 1877
• Edition: Fifth Edition
• ISBN: 9781319105976
• Subject Area: American History, United States History, History Source Documents
• Coverage: To 1877
• Intended Audience: College students, history enthusiasts, researchers

Going to the Source, Volume I: To 1877, Fifth Edition, offers a curated collection of primary source documents that illuminate key events and perspectives in American history up to the year 1877. This volume allows readers to engage directly with the voices of the past, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities and nuances of the period. It contains a wide variety of sources, including letters, speeches, diaries, pamphlets, and other original materials, providing valuable insights into the social, political, and cultural landscape of early America. From the colonial era through the Civil War and Reconstruction, this collection offers a rich and diverse array of firsthand accounts, allowing students and history enthusiasts to explore the past through the eyes of those who lived it.