A People’s History of American Empire

by Howard Zinn

First published 2008

From the Brooklyn slums to the halls of power, "A People's History of American Empire" charts the untold story of America's global crusade. Tracing the cycles of US expansionism from Wounded Knee to Iraq, this graphic history exposes the dark truths behind America's rise as a superpower. Through the lens of Howard Zinn, the son of poor Jewish immigrants, we witness firsthand the human cost of America's imperial ambitions. As the shadow of 9/11 looms, this gripping account forces us to confront the consequences of our nation's past and reckon with its uncertain future.

Genres: history, american-fiction, american, political-science, non-fiction, activism

Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: historical-perspective, social-commentary

Setting: United States

288 pages · Hardcover · Metropolitan Books

Content warnings: colonialism, racism, violence

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