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|  | Authors: Larry Schweikart, Michael Allen
Publisher: Sentinel Trade
Category: Book
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Rating:  246 reviews
Sales Rank: 285
Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Pages: 960
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 2.2
ISBN: 1595230327
Dewey Decimal Number: 973
EAN: 9781595230324
ASIN: 1595230327
Publication Date: February 27, 2007
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 Tons of information! May 24, 2010
Natalie Dawn (Southern CA)
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
This book is pretty much an overview of American History with more in depth discussion of the major events. It is a very long read but you have a lot of history in this book! I learned so much from it and while long it's very easy to read. If you are interested at all in learning more about American History I would highly recommend this book!
 A Patriot's History of the United States is a survey of the broad sweep of American history from Columbus to post 9-11 May 24, 2010
C. M Mills (Knoxville Tennessee)
4 out of 7 found this review helpful
A Patriot's History of the United States is a massive 829 page account of the nation from pre-nationhood status to post 9-11 21st century life. The book is written by two longtime history teachers who favor a moderate/conservative view of America. The book is well written and will give the reader many hours of pleasure and knowledge about our nation. The book is good for:
1. Briefly covering all of America's wars. It is especially fine in the coverage accorded the Civil War.
2. Giving short but detailed critiques of all the presidents and their administrations from George Washington through George W. Bush.
3. Economic history is a major topic of focus. This is so often an arcane subject which is neglected by textbooks which is not the case with this book.
4, The book is good in tracing the history of the African-American Civll Rights Struggle, the history of Native Americans and the role of immigration in American society.
5. The book gives us a picture of how the typical American lived and worked during the particular period being reviewed.
6. Diplmoatic history and foreign affairs are well covered.
While not agreeing with everything the authors said about certain presidents one does have to admit that this book makes you think and reconsider your previous assessments.
The book's editors should consider adding illustrations, photographs, maps and charts in future editions. A long and tough read but worth it!
Great book only if you want to learn what really happened May 23, 2010
J. M. Jones (All over)
3 out of 7 found this review helpful
Loved the book. By its self this book will teach you more about history than you will get from any other book. If combined with other reading materials this book can be used to help you see the big picture as you study a specific point on the U.S. historical timeline. I see a lot of one starts that seem to be more concerned with politics rather than facts. This book covers history based on facts so if you are looking for a book that warps history to a specific point of view this book is not for you.
Good book! May 19, 2010
B. Spinka
3 out of 7 found this review helpful
It is a very comprehensive book and over 500 pages. Therefore, I'm nowhere near done reading it. So far it seems to be factual and objective; which is a plus, since most aren't anymore.
I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a good understanding of our country's history.
A great book for the nightstand or the reference shelf May 13, 2010
Gravity's Gone (Volunteer Country, USA)
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
Do not be intimidated by the length of this book. Although, the volume of content may give the appearance of a text book, it was certainly not written with the typical dry academic style. "A Patriot's History" is a great book for pleasure reading, or could be used successfully as a teaching tool. The authors do a tremendous job of detailing the economic, religious, and philosphical influences of each time period from colonization to the war on terror. The book was not written with a political agenda (just an agenda of presenting actual historical contexts), but is sure to promote a libertarian spirit in many readers. This book is also a tremendous refresher on Civics, by detailing the formation, foundation, and transformations of American government. Highly reccomend adding this one to your collection.
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