A History of the United States (Palgrave Essential Histories Series)

by JenkinsP (Author)

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  Paperback
  2007

  $3.25

  This highly readable introductory guide provides a lucid and authoritative account of the course of American history, discussing political, social, economic and cultural developments. For this thoroughly revised and expanded new edition, Philip Jenkins reviews the events of the last five years in a new final chapter. There is more in-depth discussion of the post-9/11 international crises, a discussion of the 2004 presidential election, and an examination of recent political and cultural crises, including the effects of Hurricane Katrina.

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $3.25

  A History of the United States presents an integrated study of the course of American history, discussing political, social, economic and cultural developments. Major themes include the relationship between territorial expansion and political history; the critical role of ethnic and racial conflict, and the complex relationship between race and class in American history; the powerful traditions of regionalism in American life, and the shifting centers of gravity in American geography; and the remarkable force of radical, evangelical and apocalyptic religion in American life.