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About This Book
The American Yawp: A Massively Collaborative Open U.S. History Textbook, Volume 2: Since 1877
ISBN: 9781503606883
Who Uses It?
The American Yawp is primarily used by students and educators in undergraduate U.S. history courses. This collaborative textbook is designed to provide a comprehensive and engaging exploration of American history since 1877, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the United States' past.
History and Editions
The American Yawp has been a cornerstone in educational resources since its release in 2019. This first edition was created through a massive collaboration of over 300 historians, ensuring that it reflects the latest scholarly work and intellectual cutting-edge in the field of American history. The book is available in both print and online formats, with regular updates to keep students current on all the latest developments in historiography.
Author and Other Works
The American Yawp is authored by Joseph L. Locke and Ben Wright. Joseph L. Locke is an Assistant Professor of History at the University of Houston-Victoria and has written *Making the Bible Belt: Texas Prohibitionists and the Politicization of Southern Religion* (2017). Ben Wright is an Assistant Professor of Historical Studies at the University of Texas at Dallas and has coedited *Apocalypse and the Millennium in the American Civil War Era* (2013).
Key Features
- Comprehensive Coverage: The book covers a wide range of topics from the Gilded Age to the present, including economic crises, world wars, and social, cultural, and political upheaval.
- Collaborative Approach: The massive collaboration of over 300 historians ensures that the book reflects diverse perspectives and the latest scholarly work.
- Primary Source Companion: The book includes a primary source companion with texts and images that challenge students to think critically, creatively, and expansively.
- Online Updates: The online version is regularly updated with new content, quizzes, and teacher materials.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Paperback: ISBN-10: 1503606880, ISBN-13: 9781503606883
- eTextbook: Available online through Stanford University Press
- Print Volumes: Designed for the U.S. history survey, available in two print volumes
Publication Details
- Publisher: Stanford University Press
- Publication Date: January 22, 2019
- Number of Pages: 464 pages
- Language: English
Other Editions and Formats
- First Edition: The only edition currently available for this ISBN.
Related ISBNs:
- The American Yawp, Volume 1: Prehistory to 1877: ISBN-13: 9781503606876 (for a comprehensive two-volume set)
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for The American Yawp, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
