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With its careful balance of the social and political dimensions of American history, America Past and Present, Sixth Edition, Single Volume Edition helps readers grasp the scope and the complexity of the American past. This book integrates political, diplomatic, social, cultural and economic history into one rich narrative that tells the story of all Americans-whites, blacks, Native Americans, Hispanics, women, politicians, business leaders, and the everyday person on the street. For anyone interested in American history.
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New edition of a text that combines political, social, economic, and cultural history in a narrative about America's history, illuminating not only national development but also human choice and action. Divine (U. of Texas), T.H. Breen (Northwestern U.), George M. Fredrickson (Stanford U.) and R. Hal Williams (Southern Methodist U.) have included nine new essays that explore issues of diversity as well as landmark court cases and their significance; expanded coverage of Native American societies before contact with Europeans; and current considerations of the last two decades. Contains many color and b&w illustrations, and a comparative chronology insert. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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