Major Problems In American History From 1920 To 1945 And United States History Atlas

This text introduces students to both primary sources and analytical essys on important topics in U.S. history. The book asks students to evaluate primary surces, test the interpretations and draw their own conclusions.

This collection of primary source documents and essays provides in-depth coverage of the cultural, social, political, economic, and intellectual events of the 1920-1945 era. In keeping with the proven strengths of the Major Problems series, the compelling documents are grouped with important secondary sources, accompanied by chapter introductions, selection headnotes, and suggested readings.

Featuring more than eighty maps, this comprehensive atlas also covers global perspectives.

American history comes alive in Greenhaven Press's American History by Era series. Each of its nine volumes covers a distinct period of American history and covers the most important events and developments of that era with both primary and secondary sources. Political upheavals, social changes, and evolutions in cultural trends and fashions are all documented by means of engaging and enlightening readings culled from a diverse range of sources. Each volume contains an annotated table of contents and a thorough index to help the reader locate pertinent information. A detailed chronology and an in-depth introduction provide essential context. A bibliography of books offers avenues for further research. All of these features make the American History by Era series a valuable tool for investigating the fascinating panoply of events that have shaped America from the early days of exploration to the new millennium. Book jacket.

Looks at important writings and moments in American history, from women gaining the right to vote to deciding to drop the atomic bomb.

An invaluable collection of clear and attractive historical maps, the United States History Atlas is a handy, useful reference for any student of U.S. history. Each map has been designed to be colorful, easy-to-read, and informative, without sacrificing necessary detail or accuracy. The carefully selected maps provide comprehenisive coverage for the major historical periods in American history.