First published 1999
Historian James W. Loewen takes readers on a cross-country journey, uncovering the hidden truths behind America's most iconic landmarks. From the tales of Native genocide etched into Mt. Rushmore to the heroic myths surrounding the Alamo, Loewen reveals the shocking realities that have been whitewashed from the public consciousness. As he peels back layers of misinformation, a stark picture emerges of a nation grappling with its troubled past, forced to confront the skeletons in its closet.
Genres: history, american, social-issues, non-fiction, social-justice
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: expos, social-commentary
Setting: United States, USA
480 pages · Paperback · New Press
Content warnings: colonialism, racism