The book "The Old Northwest: A Chronicle of the Ohio Valley and Beyond" by Frederick Ogg is a balanced and detailed narrative about the history of the development of the region that became decisive in the formation of modern America. The author examines in detail the origins of colonization, the influence of Native Americans, the Dutch, the British, and the French on the formation of culture and the political situation in the region. With a fascinating account of the wars, treaties and inter-ethnic relations, Ogg brings a fresh understanding of the history of this important period. Readers will be able to enjoy a multi-volume presentation that reveals the most significant events and figures that shaped the fate of this region in history.