History of the United States
An In-Depth Analysis of American History and Economic ForcesBy Charles A. Beard, Mary R. Beard
Length21h 35m
About this audiobook
The 'History of the United States' anthology artfully weaves a tapestry of narrative that captures the intricate and dynamic journey of the American nation. Spanning a diverse range of literary styles, the collection underlines themes of democracy, power, and social evolution in the broader context of American history. Readers will find themselves immersed in a chronicle of momentous events and subtle shifts alike, reflecting the multifaceted experiences that have shaped the United States. The anthology is noteworthy for its balanced representation of the myriad voices and pivotal moments that collectively form the tapestry of American heritage. At the helm of this insightful collection are the eminent historians Charles A. Beard and Mary R. Beard. Their collective expertise in American history brings a nuanced understanding that aligns with significant cultural and social movements, offering readers a comprehensive view of the nation's evolution. The Beards' historical narrative is enriched by their insightful perspectives and scholarly rigor, ensuring that this anthology speaks with a voice that is both authoritative and accessible. The diverse backgrounds of the contributing authors further enrich the themes, highlighting the complexities of American society through a rich palette of historical contexts. This anthology offers readers a unique opportunity to engage with the sweeping tide of American history through a multiplicity of lenses. It serves as an invaluable resource, both educational and enlightening, for those seeking to understand the depths of the American experience. By engaging with the various narratives and styles presented, readers are invited to participate in an ongoing dialogue about the past, present, and future of the United States. 'History of the United States' is a must-read for those who wish to delve deeply into the rich and varied historical currents that continue to shape the nation.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory, Literary Classics
Length21 hrs 35 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 16, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PREFACE
56The Industrial Revolution
2The Agencies of American Colonization
57The Industrial Revolution and National Politics
3The Colonial Peoples
58Slavery—North and South
4The Process of Colonization
59Slavery in National Politics
5The Land and the Westward Movement
60The Drift of Events toward the Irrepressible Conflict
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6Industrial and Commercial Development
61The Southern Confederacy
7The Leadership of the Churches
62The War Measures of the Federal Government
8Schools and Colleges
63The Results of the Civil War
9The Colonial Press
64Reconstruction in the South
10The Evolution in Political Institutions
65Summary of the Sectional Conflict
11Relations with the Indians and the French
66The South at the Close of the War
12The Effects of Warfare on the Colonies
67The Restoration of White Supremacy
13Colonial Relations with the British Government
68The Economic Advance of the South
14Summary of the Colonial Period
69Railways and Industry
15George III and His System
70The Supremacy of the Republican Party (1861-85)
16George III's Ministers and Their Colonial Policies
71The Growth of Opposition to Republican Rule
17Colonial Resistance Forces Repeal
72The Railways As Trail Blazers
18Resumption of British Revenue and Commercial Policies
73The Evolution of Grazing and Agriculture
19Renewed Resistance in America
74Mining and Manufacturing in the West
20Retaliation by the British Government
75The Admission of New States
21From Reform to Revolution in America
76The Influence of the Far West on National Life
22Resistance and Retaliation
77The Currency Question
23American Independence
78The Protective Tariff and Taxation
24The Establishment of Government and the New Allegiance
79The Railways and Trusts
25Military Affairs
80The Minor Parties and Unrest
26The Finances of the Revolution
81The Sound Money Battle of 1896
27The Diplomacy of the Revolution
82Republican Measures and Results
28Peace at Last
83American Foreign Relations (1865-98)
29Summary of the Revolutionary Period
84Cuba and the Spanish War
30The Promise and the Difficulties of America
85American Policies in the Philippines and the Orient
31The Calling of a Constitutional Convention
86Summary of National Growth and World Politics
32The Framing of the Constitution
87Foreign Affairs
33The Struggle over Ratification
88Colonial Administration
34The Men and Measures of the New Government
89The Roosevelt Domestic Policies
35The Rise of Political Parties
90Legislative and Executive Activities
36Foreign Influences and Domestic Politics
91The Administration of President Taft
37Republican Principles and Policies
92Progressive Insurgency and the Election of 1912
38The Republicans and the Great West
93An Age of Criticism
39The Republican War for Commercial Independence
94Political Reforms
40The Republicans Nationalized
95Measures of Economic Reform
41The National Decisions of Chief Justice Marshall
96The Rise of the Woman Movement
42Summary of the Union and National Politics
97The National Struggle for Woman Suffrage
43Preparation for Western Settlement
98Cooperation between Employers and Employees
44The Western Migration and New States
99The Rise and Growth of Organized Labor
45The Spirit of the Frontier
100The Wider Relations of Organized Labor
46The West and the East Meet
101Immigration and Americanization
47The Democratic Movement in the East
102Domestic Legislation
48The New Democracy Enters the Arena
103Colonial and Foreign Policies
49The New Democracy at Washington
104The United States and the European War
50The Rise of the Whigs
105The United States at War
51The Interaction of American and European Opinion
106The Settlement at Paris
52The Advance of the Middle Border
107Summary of Democracy and the World War
53On to the Pacific—Texas and the Mexican War
108APPENDIX CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES
54The Pacific Coast and Utah
109APPENDIXTABLE OF PRESIDENTS
55Summary of Western Development and National Politics
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