Give Me Liberty! (Seagull Edition) (Volume 2), 7th Edition
Give Me Liberty! delivers an authoritative, concise, and integrated narrative of American history. In this Seventh Edition, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Eric Foner is joined by acclaimed scholars Kathleen DuVal and Lisa McGirr. Together, they offer an inclusive exploration of the American past, with a heightened focus on Native American history and its role in shaping the national narrative. The text is organized around the urgent guiding theme of freedom, examining how the concept has been defined, contested, and redefined throughout history.
This edition introduces new pedagogical tools designed to support readers in developing critical thinking skills through a guided interactive reading experience. Volume 2 specifically tracks the American experience from the late nineteenth century through the modern era, providing a comprehensive look at the social, political, and cultural movements that have shaped the contemporary United States.
Book Metadata
- Title: Give Me Liberty! (Seagull Edition) (Volume 2)
- Edition: Seagull Seventh Edition
- Author: Eric Foner, Kathleen DuVal, and Lisa McGirr
- Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
- Publication Date: December 15, 2022
- ISBN-10: 132404120X
- ISBN-13: 978-1324041207
Key Features and Content
The Seventh Edition emphasizes the diverse voices that contribute to the American story, ensuring a more representative history. By integrating the perspectives of indigenous peoples and other marginalized groups, the authors provide a more nuanced understanding of how freedom has functioned as both a unifying ideal and a point of conflict. The text maintains the clear, accessible prose that has made it a leading resource for understanding the complexities of U.S. history.