America: A Concise History
- ISBN-10
- 1572594020
- ISBN-13
- 9781572594029
- Series
- America
- Pages
- 919
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1998-03-01
- Publisher
- Bedford/st Martins
- Authors
- James A./ Brody Henretta, Lynn)
Description
"America: A Concise History" has become the best-selling brief book for the U.S. History survey because of the uncommon value it offers instructors and students alike. The authors' own abridgement preserves the analytical power of the parent text, "America's History," while offering all the flexibility of a brief book. The latest scholarship, hallmark global perspective, and handy format combine with the best full-color art and map program of any brief text to create a book that students read and enjoy.
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