America Past and Present, Brief Edition, Volume I (Chapters 1-16) (6th Edition)

America Past and Present, Brief presents a balanced and manageable overview of the United States as an unfolding story of national development, blending the best in past historical interpretation with new scholarship.

This edition features all of the strengths found in the successful comprehensive text: a compelling narrative, clear organization, and exceptional pedagogy. An attractive four-color design highlighted with numerous maps and photos will engage readers.

With its careful balance of the social and political dimensions of the American past, America Past and Present, Sixth Edition, Volume One helps readers grasp the scope and the complexity of American history to 1877. 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 to 1877.