The Reader's Companion to American History

Nonfiction, History, Americas, United States
Cover of the book The Reader's Companion to American History by , Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9780547561349
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publication: January 14, 2014
Imprint: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9780547561349
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publication: January 14, 2014
Imprint: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Language: English

An A-to-Z historical encyclopedia of US people, places, and events, with nearly 1,000 entries “all equally well written, crisp, and entertaining” (Library Journal).

From the origins of its native peoples to its complex identity in modern times, this unique alphabetical reference covers the political, economic, cultural, and social history of America.

A fact-filled treasure trove for history buffs, The Reader’s Companion is sponsored by the Society of American Historians, an organization dedicated to promoting literary excellence in the writing of biography and history. Under the editorship of the eminent historians John A. Garraty and Eric Foner, a large and distinguished group of scholars, biographers, and journalists—nearly four hundred contemporary authorities—illuminate the critical events, issues, and individuals that have shaped our past. Readers will find everything from a chronological account of immigration; individual entries on the Bull Moose Party and the Know-Nothings as well as an article on third parties in American politics; pieces on specific religious groups, leaders, and movements and a larger-scale overview of religion in America.

Interweaving traditional political and economic topics with the spectrum of America’s social and cultural legacies—everything from marriage to medicine, crime to baseball, fashion to literature—the Companion is certain to engage the curiosity, interests, and passions of every reader, and also provides an excellent research tool for students and teachers.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

An A-to-Z historical encyclopedia of US people, places, and events, with nearly 1,000 entries “all equally well written, crisp, and entertaining” (Library Journal).

From the origins of its native peoples to its complex identity in modern times, this unique alphabetical reference covers the political, economic, cultural, and social history of America.

A fact-filled treasure trove for history buffs, The Reader’s Companion is sponsored by the Society of American Historians, an organization dedicated to promoting literary excellence in the writing of biography and history. Under the editorship of the eminent historians John A. Garraty and Eric Foner, a large and distinguished group of scholars, biographers, and journalists—nearly four hundred contemporary authorities—illuminate the critical events, issues, and individuals that have shaped our past. Readers will find everything from a chronological account of immigration; individual entries on the Bull Moose Party and the Know-Nothings as well as an article on third parties in American politics; pieces on specific religious groups, leaders, and movements and a larger-scale overview of religion in America.

Interweaving traditional political and economic topics with the spectrum of America’s social and cultural legacies—everything from marriage to medicine, crime to baseball, fashion to literature—the Companion is certain to engage the curiosity, interests, and passions of every reader, and also provides an excellent research tool for students and teachers.

More books from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Cover of the book Black Flower by
Cover of the book Modigliani by
Cover of the book East Side Story by
Cover of the book A Comrade Lost and Found by
Cover of the book Making Conflict Work by
Cover of the book We That Are Left by
Cover of the book The Cyberiad by
Cover of the book Are We Rome? by
Cover of the book 3 Nights in August by
Cover of the book Lonelyhearts by
Cover of the book Among Schoolchildren by
Cover of the book North Country by
Cover of the book Devil Water by
Cover of the book The Foods of the Greek Islands by
Cover of the book Whiteman by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy