Historian Howard Zinn presents a unique history of the United States for young people combining his 2007 edition in two volumes. Reminds them that "America's true greatness is shaped by our dissident voices, not our military generals." Features the perspectives of workers, slaves, immigrants, women, and Native Americans whose stories influence us.
General Note
Previously published in 2 volumes: 2007.
Includes index.
Adaptation of A people's history of the United States.
Content Note
Columbus and the Indians -- Black and white -- Who were the colonists? -- Tyranny is tyranny -- Revolutions -- The women of early America -- As long as the grass grows or water runs -- War with Mexico -- Slavery and emancipation -- The other Civil War -- Robber barons and rebels -- The American empire -- Class struggle -- World War I -- Hard times -- World War II and the cold war -- Black revolt and civil rights -- Vietnam -- Surprises -- Under control? -- Politics as usual -- Resistance -- The end of the twentieth century -- The "war on terrorism" -- War in Iraq, conflict at home -- "Rise like lions.".