The American Story, Vol. 1: To 1877

by Robert A. Divine, T.H. Breen, George M. Fredrickson

The American Story, Volume One uncovers the drama of American history to 1877 and the rich variety and diversity of the American people in a clear, crisp, elegant narrative that examines how human choices and actions have shaped the nation and its society. Skillfully integrating social, political, cultural, economic, and diplomatic history into a seamless chronological narrative, this book presents the story of all Americans-the powerful and elite as well as ordinary men and women. For anyone interested in American history to 1877.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, American Revolution

672 pages, Paperback

First published September 24, 2001

About the author

Robert A. Divine joined the faculty of the University of Texas in 1954 as a professor of history. He served as Chairman of the Department of History and the Committee on International Studies, and a member of the interim committee that helped with the organization of the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University. In addition, he served as president of the Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations and authored eleven books. He retired in 1996.

Reviews

[Crystal]

Textbook for my college American History course. Flows very well; an engrossing read.