Milton M. Klein was a University Professor of History Emeritus at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, specializing in the colonial history of New York and early American legal history. His scholarly pursuits delved into the foundational aspects of American society and its legal framework. Klein's work offers valuable insights into pivotal periods of American development. He was dedicated to understanding the intricate evolution of the nascent United States.
Readers from the Big Apple to Buffalo and beyond will find "The Empire State"--which provides equal coverage to "upstate" and "downstate" events and people--satisfying and informative reading. A rich resource, it chronicles the state through centuries of change.