A study of the young American republic, discussing the problems of the new nation, public credit and majority rule, the limits of the American political tradition, the development of parties, the influence of Thomas Jefferson, and the War of 1812.
Examines the creation of the New Deal and the events that led to it; politics during the Depression; and the life and personality of Franklin Roosevelt; and includes a photographic essay.
A history of progressivism, a term used to define the rash of reform movements that swept the United States in the early twentieth century, looking at activities in the areas of politics and government, social justice, and social control.
A history of America in the 1920s that examines social, cultural, and political aspects, including radicalism and conservatism, President Coolidge and his critics, Ernest Hemingway, sports, jazz, religion, and urban and rural society.
Uses primary sources to document the debate over U.S. participation in World War I, discussing military preparedness, the question of American neutrality, the decision to go to war, dissent and defiance on the home front, and the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations.
Articles discussing different sides of the issues of the 1960s in the United States including the space race, social problems, the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement, women's liberation, and rejection of law and order.
Uses both Native American and non-Indian primary sources to document the debate over the treatment of Native Americans throughout history, discussing arguments for and against war, the conflict over land, opinions on Native American tradition versus assimilation, and removal policy.
Offers a variety of essays, speeches, and articles presenting opposing viewpoints on topics related to the women's rights movement throughout history, from early debates through the 1970s.
