The Oxford Companion to United States History
An authoritative guide to American history and culture
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Oxford University Press Inc
Published:28th Jun '01
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A thorough exploration of American history, The Oxford Companion to United States History provides insightful coverage from pre-contact Native Americans to the late 20th century.
This comprehensive encyclopedia serves as a vital resource for understanding the complexities of U.S. history. The Oxford Companion to United States History is meticulously arranged in alphabetical order, making it accessible for readers seeking specific information. From the early days of pre-contact Native American societies to the significant events that shaped the nation by the end of the 20th century, this volume covers a wide array of topics that are crucial for anyone interested in American history.
The primary goal of The Oxford Companion to United States History is to provide accurate and clearly presented facts. It delves into the political, diplomatic, and military foundations of the United States, highlighting key figures and events that have defined the nation. Readers will discover essential information about landmark court decisions that have influenced constitutional history, offering a well-rounded perspective on the legal framework of the country.
In addition to the foundational topics, this encyclopedia incorporates recent scholarly advancements, emphasizing social history and cultural perspectives. It explores areas such as science and technology, popular culture, sports, the arts, and religion, providing a holistic view of American life. This volume not only serves as a trustworthy guide but also enriches the reader's understanding of the diverse narratives that contribute to the fabric of U.S. history.
"An extraordinary single-volume compendium of 1400 entries on U.S. history with the assistance of more than 900 contributors, including many well-recognized scholars. This edition is not only a resource on history itself but a measure of how the discipline has changed over the past generation... With numerous cross references and an extensive index, the entries are highly readable, and most have a short bibliography.... An excellent selection for both public and academic libraries. Highly recommended."-- ibrary Journal " A must read,"--Today's Books " "Every library should have at least one up-to-date, single-volume reference companion to U.S. history. Considering its prestigious Oxford University Press parentage and its reasonalbe price, this one will be hard to beat...Highly recommended."--Booklist "Marked by clear writing and thought-provoking, supported analysis...Recommended."--The Virginian-Pilot "An addictive collection of essays..."--Times Literary Supplement "The best single-volume reference work available on the subject."--American Reference Book Annual 2002
ISBN: 9780195082098
Dimensions: 191mm x 260mm x 64mm
Weight: 1900g
984 pages