A History of the United States - Philip Jenkins

A History of the United States

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Buch | Hardcover
299 Seiten
2017 | 5th edition
Red Globe Press (Verlag)
978-1-137-57353-7 (ISBN)
84,50 inkl. MwSt
This textbook offers an insightful, introductory overview of the history of American society from its inception right up to present day. With coverage starting at the European Settlement in 1492 right through to the 2016 Presidential Election, this fully revised new edition succinctly depicts the major themes and patterns of American history, thus providing a solid foundation for those wishing to expand their knowledge through further reading or research. Written by a leading scholar in the field of History, the author provides a clear analysis of the various facets of American life, incorporating social, economic, cultural, religious and political history.

A definitive introduction to American history, this textbook is essential reading for any student looking to gain a better understanding of the evolution of this great nation.

New to this Edition:
- Fresh material on technological change, sport, and themes of prosperity, consumerism and leisure
- A thoroughly updated chapter on contemporary America to include issues such as Black Lives Matter, the legalisation of gay marriage, and the 2016 Presidential Election

Philip Jenkins is Distinguished Professor of History at Baylor University, USA. He is also a member of Baylor’s Institute for Studies of Religion.

List of Tables
List of Maps
Preface
Introduction
1. Unnamed Lands: The European Settlement, 1492-1765
2. Revolution and Nation Building, 1765-1825
3. Expansion and Crisis, 1825-65
4. Cities and Industry, 1865-1917
5. War and Globalism, 1917-56
6. Only Yesterday: The United States 1956-2000
7. Contemporary America
Suggestions for Further Reading
Index.

Erscheinungsdatum
Reihe/Serie Macmillan Essential Histories
Palgrave Essential Histories series
Zusatzinfo 549 bw illus
Sprache englisch
Maße 148 x 210 mm
Gewicht 571 g
Themenwelt Sachbuch/Ratgeber Geschichte / Politik Allgemeines / Lexika
Geisteswissenschaften Geschichte Regional- / Ländergeschichte
ISBN-10 1-137-57353-8 / 1137573538
ISBN-13 978-1-137-57353-7 / 9781137573537
Zustand Neuware
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