The story of the Greensboro sit-ins—how four African-American college students sat down at a Woolworth’s lunch counter in North Carolina and ignited the civil rights movement in... Læs mere
Domestic programs and foreign policies—and the man himself—explored in almost a hundred articles and essays, with expert commentary. “Paul Boyer has caught the essence of the pros and cons of Reagan and his presidency....A thoughtful and absorbing introduction.”—Frank Freidel.
How American leaders sought the fabled overseas market at the turn of the century in an effort to achieve economic stability at home. “A most important book.”—American Historical Review.
A major reinterpretation of American thought from 1917 to 1930, with a lively foray into the popular culture of the supposedly roaring twenties.
Amidst the turbulent political and social conditions of a metropolis in the making, Boss Tweed was, according to Mr. Mandelbaum, the right man at the right time—“a master... Læs mere
Sketches of eminent Americans and a pointed reconsideration of the ingredients of the American Dream form a fascinating social history. “Should be must reading in executive suites as well as college classrooms.”—Forbes.
In focusing on Garrison and his critics on strategy and tactics, Ms. Kraditor sees a struggle between... Læs mere
Twelve historical articles describe the problems of the Great Depression in town and country, on a scale we can all comprehend. “A real breakthrough in our understanding of the depression.” —Alfred B. Rollins, Jr.
A distinguished constitutional historian examines Jefferson’s record on civil liberties and finds it strikingly wanting. “Blunt words and blunt facts...an indispensable book.” —Commentary
A unique account of the rise of modern marketing in 19th-century America, showing how growing industrial... Læs mere
Comparing the workings and effects of slavery in two New World colonies—Virginia and Cuba—Mr. Klein dramatically confirms institutional differences in Latin American and North American slavery.
An extraordinary collection which reminds us how great a talent Dreiser was.“He has no peer in the American short story....Among the moderns, there is almost no one capable of writing tales like these.” —Howard Fast.