A History of the American People , Vol. 2, 4th Edition F. Binder and D. Reimers, eds. Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in American History , Vol. They Carried Selected articles distributed in class.
History is a dialogue in the present with the past about the future.
This course will introduce or reintroduce students to major themes, events, and people in the history of the United States since 1865. Through lectures, readings, and films, the course will present an overview of the nation's past during this period. We will also consider America in international context as well as examine some of the myths and realities of the American experience. Lectures will include material not found in the readings and will offer interpretive comments on the topics discussed and the materials read. If you miss a class, you are still responsible for the material covered and for any changes in assignment or procedure announced in class.