Landmark History of the American People: From Plymouth to Appomattox

by Ruth Frankel Boorstin and Daniel J. Boorstin

Book Overview

A book about the inspiring introduction to American history. This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0394912594
• ISBN13: 9780394912592
• Release Date: January 1968
• Publisher: Random House
• Length: 173 Pages
• Weight: 2.30 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Best American Survey

Boorstin produced a readable, enjoyable survey of American History in a short 2 volumes. I would not say that he was unbiased, but that he did an adequate job of showing different viewpoints from the time he covered, with very little emphasis on the Native Americans, unfortunately. Boorstin tells the stories of the cultural, political, and industrial landmarks of the USA. He doesn't linger in any area very long, but creates the desire to further investigate every area. I have loved reading both of these volumes.

Landmark History of the American People

This is a great book to read with your children. The information is presented with an unbiased slant. The black and white pictures are excellent, they really give a feel for the period. A hard back copy would be great.