Eric Foner
Author
Series
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
From the \"preeminent historian of Reconstruction\" (New York Times Book Review), the prize-winning classic work on the post-Civil War period which shaped modern America. Eric Foner's \"masterful treatment of one of the most complex periods of American history\" (New Republic) redefined how the post-Civil War period was viewed. Reconstruction chronicles the way in which Americansblack and whiteresponded to the unprecedented changes unleashed by the...
Author
Series
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Newly Reissued with a New Introduction: From the preeminent historian of Reconstruction" ( New York Times Book Review ), a newly updated edition of the prize-winning classic work on the post-Civil War period which shaped modern America. Eric Foner's "masterful treatment of one of the most complex periods of American history" ( New Republic ) redefined how the post-Civil War period was viewed. Reconstruction chronicles the way in which Americans --...
Author
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
"The classic work of American history by the renowned author of From Slavery to Freedom , with a new introduction by historian Eric Foner. First published in 1961, John Hope Franklin's revelatory study of the Reconstruction Era is a landmark work of history, exploring the role of former slaves and dispelling longstanding popular myths about corruption and Radical rule. Looking past dubious scholarship that had previously dominated the narrative, Franklin...
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
An A-to-Z historical encyclopedia of US people, places, and events, with nearly 1,000 entries "all equally well written, crisp, and entertaining" ( Library Journal ). From the origins of its native peoples to its complex identity in modern times, this unique alphabetical reference covers the political, economic, cultural, and social history of America. A fact-filled treasure trove for history buffs, The Reader's Companion is sponsored by the Society...