Approaching the American history survey course in an innovative way, this mid-length text features a more expansive definition of political history that includes all forms of politics, not just electoral politics, while simultaneously incorporating cultural history. With the specific aim of expanding history beyond elite actors, The American Experiment emphasizes everyday work, family life, customs, and objects of cultural history to address its four themes: the role of government, American identity, the broad concept of "culture," and America and the world. The Third Edition features an enhanced thematic approach that helps students understand America's development as an experiment in politics, culture, and identity, within a global context.
- ISBN10 0618429506
- ISBN13 9780618429509
- Publish Date 15 December 2004 (first published 1 April 2001)
- Publish Status Active
- Imprint Cengage Learning
- Edition 2nd ed.
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 752
- Language English