'Contemporary American History, 1877-1913' is an essential guide for those seeking an in-depth understanding of the transformative period following the American Civil War. Charles A. Beard's work provides a comprehensive, yet accessible, account of the era's most critical issues, including white domination in the South, the economic and political revolutions, the growth of dissent, and the rise of imperialism and capitalism. With a clear and concise writing style, Beard invites readers to explore the history of America's most dynamic period and draws them into a world that is both fascinating and informative. This volume is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of American society and politics.

Reviews the economis, political, and social evolution of the Outh from the end of Reconstruction to the beginning of World War I.

"Building the American Republic tells the story of United States with remarkable grace and skill, its fast moving narrative making the nation's struggles and accomplishments new and compelling. Weaving together stories of abroad range of Americans. Volume 1 starts at sea and ends on the field. Beginning with the earliest Americans and the arrival of strangers on the eastern shore, it then moves through colonial society to the fight for independence and the construction of a federal republic. Vol 2 opens as America struggles to regain its footing, reeling from a presidential assassination and facing massive economic growth, rapid demographic change, and combustive politics.

The 'History of the United States (Vol. 1-7)' stands as a monumental anthology that explores the intricate tapestry of American history through a diverse lens of narratives and analyses. Crafted with an adept intermingling of literary styles, this collection meticulously traverses the chronological and thematic breadth of the nation's evolution. The Beards' curation brings to light the variances in perception and interpretation, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of socio-political and economic shifts, standout moments, and the undercurrents of public sentiment that have sculpted the American landscape over centuries. The collaborative genius of Charles A. and Mary R. Beard, both revered for their formidable contributions to historical scholarship, anchors this anthology. Their joint effort not only reflects a melding of historiographic methodologies but also symbolizes a significant moment in the academic pursuit of American history. The collection, aligning with the progressive movement of its time, champions a narrative that underscores the importance of economic factors in shaping historical events, thereby enriching readers' understanding with multifaceted perspectives and interpretations. For scholars, students, and enthusiasts of American history, this anthology represents a unique confluence of intellectual rigor and narrative breadth. Delving into the 'History of the United States (Vol. 1-7)' opens a panoramic vista on the complexities of the nation's past, inviting readers to engage with the material in a manner that is both educational and profoundly enriching. This collection not only serves as an essential repository of knowledge but also as a bridge connecting diverse epochs and ideas, fostering a deeper appreciation for the dynamic continuum of American history.

U.S. History is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of most introductory courses. The text provides a balanced approach to U.S. history, considering the people, events, and ideas that have shaped the United States from both the top down (politics, economics, diplomacy) and bottom up (eyewitness accounts, lived experience). U.S. History covers key forces that form the American experience, with particular attention to issues of race, class, and gender.

The companion volume to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture exhibit, opening in September 2021 With a Foreword by Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian Eric Foner and a preface by veteran museum director and historian Spencer Crew An incisive and illuminating analysis of the enduring legacy of the post-Civil War period known as Reconstruction—a comprehensive story of Black Americans’ struggle for human rights and dignity and the failure of the nation to fulfill its promises of freedom, citizenship, and justice. In the aftermath of the Civil War, millions of free and newly freed African Americans were determined to define themselves as equal citizens in a country without slavery—to own land, build secure families, and educate themselves and their children. Seeking to secure safety and justice, they successfully campaigned for civil and political rights, including the right to vote. Across an expanding America, Black politicians were elected to all levels of government, from city halls to state capitals to Washington, DC. But those gains were short-lived. By the mid-1870s, the federal government stopped enforcing civil rights laws, allowing white supremacists to use suppression and violence to regain power in the Southern states. Black men, women, and children suffered racial terror, segregation, and discrimination that confined them to second-class citizenship, a system known as Jim Crow that endured for decades. More than a century has passed since the revolutionary political, social, and economic movement known as Reconstruction, yet its profound consequences reverberate in our lives today. Make Good the Promises explores five distinct yet intertwined legacies of Reconstruction—Liberation, Violence, Repair, Place, and Belief—to reveal their lasting impact on modern society. It is the story of Frederick Douglass, Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, Hiram Revels, Ida B. Wells, and scores of other Black men and women who reshaped a nation—and of the persistence of white supremacy and the perpetuation of the injustices of slavery continued by other means and codified in state and federal laws. With contributions by leading scholars, and illustrated with 80 images from the exhibition, Make Good the Promises shows how Black Lives Matter, #SayHerName, antiracism, and other current movements for repair find inspiration from the lessons of Reconstruction. It touches on questions critical then and now: What is the meaning of freedom and equality? What does it mean to be an American? Powerful and eye-opening, it is a reminder that history is far from past; it lives within each of us and shapes our world and who we are.

The history of the South in this century has been obscured in the ever-growing mass of information about the region's rapid change and turbulent development. In this book, Volume X of A History of the South, the historical image of the modern South is brought into full focus for the first time.George Brown Tindall presents a thorough and well-balanced historical narrative of the region during the years 1913--1945 when the South underwent a transformation from a predominantly agricultural area to one of growing industrialization.The inauguration of President Woodrow Wilson ended a half century of political isolation for the South and ushered in an era of agrarian reforms, prohibition, woman suffrage, industrial growth, and recurring crises for Southern farmers. During the 1920's the South was caught in a contrast of urban booms and farm distress. There were flareups of racial violence, and the Ku Klux Klan was revived. Mr. Tindall devotes considerable attention to the Southern literary renaissance which produced William Faulkner, Thomas Wolfe, and many other notable writers and critics.The Emergence of the New South provides a new understanding of the changing political and social climate in the South under the stresses of depression, the New Deal, the labor movement, Negro unrest, and two world wars.