First published 2017
Douglas Brinkley presents the complete American story in a single comprehensive volume. His narrative begins with thirteen British colonies scattered across a vast wilderness, follows their fight for independence, and traces the young nation's expansion across an entire continent. Brinkley shows how these former colonies established democratic institutions and grew into a global superpower. David McCullough praises the work as first-rate, fair, and clear. The historian combines skillful storytelling with concise presentation, creating what McCullough calls an enormously welcome addition to American historical literature. Brinkley focuses on the unique individuals who came to identify themselves as Americans, bringing their stories to life without academic dust. His approach emphasizes narrative drive over dry recitation of facts. The book covers the full arc of American development from colonial origins through modern world leadership. Anyone seeking to understand America's national story will find value in Brinkley's accessible yet thorough treatment of the subject.
Genres: history, united-states, non-fiction, american-history
Vibes: accessible, comprehensive, thought-provoking
Tropes: accessible-treatment, narrative-drive
Setting: United States
Period: Colonial Origins, Modern World Leadership
496 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform