American History

Comprehensive self-teaching guide to American history.

From the founding of the United States of America to the present-day political and societal challenges, this comprehensive text is a perfect guide for learning about the history of America and its democracy. This book is an essential review of historical events. It provides readers with the analysis necessary to make them more engaged and appreciative participants in modern America.

This book is clearly presented and systematically organized to review essential facts and events. For systematized learning, the content is divided into three historical periods centered around five focus areas: political history, economic history, foreign relations, social history, and intellectual and cultural history. This context-based approach to exploring history is more engaging than a simple chronology-based approach.

Created by highly qualified history teachers, scholars, and researchers, this book educates and empowers readers to increase their understanding of U.S. history. Learn about influential historical figures and important events that established the foundations of the American government, the meaning and significance of social movements, and how each important historical event shaped the country's political development and cultural heritage.

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