American Horizons: U.S. History in a Global Context, Volume I
American Horizons, Third Edition, presents the traditional narrative of U.S. history within a distinct global framework. This volume explores the movement of people, goods, and ideas into, out of, and within America’s borders, providing a fully integrated perspective that contextualizes American events within the wider world. Authored by a team of acclaimed scholars, the text offers a balanced and inclusive account of the nation’s development, illustrating the relevance of history to contemporary life.
This edition centers on a matrix of essential themes, including population growth and migration, the evolving definition of citizenship, cultural continuity and change, and the human impact on the environment. It also examines political and ideological contests and Americans’ five centuries of engagement with regional, national, and global institutions. The content is supported by hundreds of full-color photos and images, along with more than 100 detailed maps that help visualize the global forces at play throughout U.S. history.
Book Details and Metadata
- Full Title: American Horizons: U.S. History in a Global Context, Volume I
- Author: Michael Schaller
- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Publication Date: September 15, 2017
- ISBN-10: 9780190659486
- ISBN-13: 978-0190659486
- Language: English
