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Appropriate for freshman- and sophomore-level survey courses in U.S. History. The American Journey introduces students to the key features of American political, social, and economic history. Written in a clear, engaging style with a straightforward chronological organization, it provides students with a solid framework for understanding the past. It gives prominent coverage to the West and South and highlights the importance of religion in American history. It traces the emergence of distinctively American ideals and the way the conflict between those ideals and reality has shaped our nation's development. It brings alive the crucial issues and events behind the continuing effort of Americans to live up to their ideals. Compelling stories, ample use of quotations, excerpts from primary sources, and plentiful illustrations bring the past vividly alive.

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"For U.S. History survey courses" Frame American history through personal and collective journeys " The American Journey: A History of the United States " traces the journeys geographical, ideological, political, and social that make up the American experience. Harnessing the stories of individuals from different eras, the authors present a strong, clear narrative that makes American history accessible to students. Offering a blend of political and social histories, the Tenth Edition continues to show that our attempt to live up to our American ideals is an ongoing journey one that has become increasingly more inclusive of different groups and ideas. Also available with MyHistoryLab(r) MyHistoryLab for the U.S. History survey course extends learning online to engage students and improve results. Media resources with assignments bring concepts to life, and offer students opportunities to practice applying what they ve learned. Please note: this version of MyHistoryLab does not include an eText. "The American Journey: A History of the United State"s, Eighth Edition is also available via REVEL, an interactive learning environment that enables students to read, practice, and study in one continuous experience. Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLab & Mastering does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MyLab & Mastering, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to purchase both the physical text and MyLab & Mastering, search for: 013435866X / 9780134358666 The American Journey: A History of the United States, Volume 1 plus MyHistoryLab for U.S. History Survey Access Card Package, 8/e Package consists of: 0134102940 / 9780134102948 The American Journey: A History of the United States, Volume 1, 8/e 0205967779 / 9780205967773 MyHistoryLab for U.S. History Survey Access Card "

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