This standard textbook on Michigan history covers the entire scope of the Wolverine State's historical record -- from when humankind first arrived in the area around 9,000 B.C. up to 1995. This third revised edition of Michigan also examines events since 1980 and draws on new studies to expand and improve its coverage of various ethnic groups, recent political developments, labor and business, and many other topics. Includes photographs, maps, and charts. From the Back Cover This book examines Michigan's colorful history from 1980 to 1994. George May has used the large body of new studies that have appeared in recent years to expand and improve the book's coverage of Indians, African Americans, various ethnic groups, recent political developments, labor and business, and numerous other topics. About the Author (1902-1970) He was chairman of the History Department at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan. George S. May (d. 2003) was professor emeritus of history at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Michigan.