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America: A Narrative History, 12th Edition (Combined Volume)
ISBN: 9780393882506
About This Book
"America: A Narrative History, 12th Edition (Combined Volume)" is a comprehensive textbook designed to engage students in the rich and diverse story of America. Written by renowned historian David E. Shi, this book is a go-to resource for students and educators alike, offering a detailed exploration of American history from the earliest colonial times to the present day.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by students and instructors in introductory American history courses at the college and university levels. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities and nuances of American history, including professionals looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of historical principles.
History and Editions
The 12th edition of "America: A Narrative History" has been updated to reflect contemporary society and student needs. This edition continues to incorporate diverse voices into the narrative, with new coverage of the Latino/a experience, enhanced coverage of women and gender, African American, Native American, immigration, and LGBTQ history. The book's dynamic digital tools, including the InQuizitive adaptive learning tool and new digital activities focused on primary and secondary sources, give students regular opportunities to engage with the story and build critical history skills.
Author and Other Works
David Emory Shi is the president emeritus at Furman University in Greenville, South Carolina. He is the author of several books focusing on American cultural history, including "The Simple Life: Plain Living and High Thinking in American Culture" and "Facing Facts: Realism in American Thought and Culture, 1850–1920." Shi remains highly engaged with students and instructors around the country through his annual "author-in-residence" visits to campuses.
Key Features
- Narrative Approach: The book puts narrative front and center with Shi’s rich storytelling style, colorful biographical sketches, and vivid first-person quotations.
- Diverse Voices: Incorporates diverse voices into the narrative, including new coverage of the Latino/a experience and enhanced coverage of women and gender, African American, Native American, immigration, and LGBTQ history.
- Dynamic Digital Tools: Includes the InQuizitive adaptive learning tool and new digital activities focused on primary and secondary sources.
- Brief Edition: The Brief Edition text narrative is 15% shorter than the Full Edition, making it an ideal choice for students looking for a concise yet comprehensive overview of American history.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Combined Volume (Brief Edition): ISBN-13: 9780393882506
- Combined Volume (Full Edition): ISBN-13: 9780393882568 (Note: This is the full edition ISBN, not the brief edition)
- eBook: Available through various retailers, including TextbookRush and BooksRun
- Rental Options: Various rental durations available from different retailers, including eCampus and TextbookRush
Publication Details
- Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
- Publication Date: 2022
- Number of Pages: 1688 (for the Brief Edition)
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- Full Edition: ISBN-13: 9780393882568
- Essential Learning Edition: ISBN-13 (third edition not specified in sources, but mentioned as another work by Shi)
Related ISBNs:
- 9780393882568 (Full Edition)
- 9780393882506 (Brief Edition)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for "America: A Narrative History," making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
