A People's History of the United States

Howard Zinn presents American history from a perspective that challenges the traditional nationalist glorification of the country.

He portrays a side of American history that emphasizes the exploitation and manipulation of the majority by systems that favor a small political and economic elite.

A People's History of the United States has been assigned reading in many high schools and colleges across the United States.

It also contributed to a shift in historical scholarship, prompting inclusion of stories that were previously ignored.

Endorsements

“a brilliant and moving history of the American people from the point of view of those…whose plight has been largely omitted from most histories.” — Library Journal