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These 20 books about American history are considered some of the best ever written, from a variety of perspectives.
From a chronicle of civilization told through clocks to a quest for Indigenous justice in colonial Pennsylvania, these were some of our favorite history books of 2021.
These essential books recount the history of the United States in its most pivotal moments, from the arrival of European explorers to the Vietnam War. Each U.S. history book is illuminating, entertaining, and, above all, an unforgettable read.
Best American History Books. Books about the history of the United States. Non-fiction only, please. Biographies of generals, presidents, activists, etc. are fine, but celebrity bios, even celebrities who lived in turbulent times, will be removed.
Explore the rich tapestry of America's past with these influential books on American history. Discover the narratives and insights that rank at the top of reading lists from esteemed publications and history blogs.
Which are the best books on American history? Brent Glass, Director Emeritus of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, the world’s largest museum devoted to telling the story of America, chooses five standout books in a crowded field. Interview by Sophie Roell, Editor.
431 books based on 131 votes: 1776 by David McCullough, Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era by James M. McPherson, Team of Rivals: The Political Gen...
The Greatest American History Books of All Time. This list represents a comprehensive and trusted collection of the greatest books. Developed through a specialized algorithm, it brings together 343 'best of' book lists to form a definitive guide to the world's most acclaimed books.
Historian Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States chronicles American history from the bottom up, throwing out the official narrative taught in schools—with its emphasis on great men in high places—to focus on the street, the home, and the workplace.
The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History (The Henry Roe Cloud Series on American Indians and Modernity) Hardcover – April 25, 2023.