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Education & Reference - A Young People's History of the United States (For Young People Series)

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Book Synopsis: A Young People's History of the United States brings to US history the viewpoints of workers, slaves, immigrants, women, Native Americans, and others whose stories, and their impact, are rarely included in books for young people. A Young People's History of the United States is also a companion volume to The People Speak, the film adapted from A People's History of the United States and Voices of a People’s History of the United States.

Beginning with a look at Christopher Columbus’s arrival through the eyes of the Arawak Indians, then leading the reader through the struggles for workers’ rights, women’s rights, and civil rights during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and ending with the current protests against continued American imperialism, Zinn in the volumes of A Young People’s History of the United States presents a radical new way of understanding America’s history. In so doing, he reminds readers that America’s true greatness is shaped by our dissident voices, not our military generals.

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Discover the untold stories of America's past with A Young People's History of the United States! This captivating book brings to light the perspectives of workers, slaves, immigrants, women, Native Americans, and others whose voices have often been excluded from traditional history books. By delving into the struggles for workers' rights, women's rights, and civil rights, it provides a comprehensive and inclusive account of our nation's history.

Unlike other history books, A Young People's History of the United States challenges conventional narratives and offers a fresh and often overlooked perspective. Through the eye-opening accounts of those often marginalized, young readers will gain a deeper understanding of the true stories that shaped America. This book is not only educational but also inspiring, encouraging young people to question and think critically about the world around them.

As a companion volume to the powerful film The People Speak and Voices of a People's History of the United States, A Young People's History of the United States offers a radical and thought-provoking way of viewing America's past. It reminds us that the true measure of a nation's greatness lies not in military triumphs, but in the courage of its dissident voices. This book is a must-have for anyone seeking a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of American history.

Expand your knowledge, broaden your perspective, and join the conversation by reading A Young People's History of the United States today. Visit our website to get your copy and embark on a journey through the untold stories that have shaped our nation here.

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