U.S. History is designed for a two-semester American history sequence. It is traditional in coverage, following a roughly chronological outline, and using a balanced approach that includes political, economic, social, and cultural developments. At the same time, the book includes a number of innovative and interactive features designed to enhance student learning. Instructors can also customize the book, adapting it to the approach that works best in their classroom.

Track the presidency of Harry S. Truman (1884-1972 CE) as the 33rd President of the United States. AmericanPresident.org takes us through his early life as a midwest farmer to his death.

A televised analysis of the globalization of modern business from following the making and selling of a t-shirt is presented by Pietra Rivoli, a business professor from Georgetown. [50:11]

A televised panel discussing the increase of young voters in the 2008 presidential election and considering the role young voters may have in politics. [59:25]

This is a comprehensive resource on literary, philosophical, religious, scientific and technological advancements of the Victorian age. Learn about famous Victorian authors, literary genres and more.

Informative reference on ancient Assyrian king, Adad Nirari I, who is responsible for expanding the Assyrian Empire between 1307-1275 BCE. Site includes quick view timeline, photos and bibliography.

Encyclopedia entry with illustrations and timeline describes the role of Aedile in the Roman Republic.

Summaries and commentaries on five of Garcia Marquez? short stories, ?Death Constant Beyond Love,? ?Tuesday Siesta,? ?One of These Days,? ?Balthazar's Marvelous Afternoon,? and ?Big Mama's Funeral? to form this unit. Discusses how these stories have played a role in his identity.

Investigate the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship focusing on examples of citizens who took action to effect positive changes. Explore ways in which students can become involved in their communities.

Inspire civic awareness, promote student activism and examine the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship by exploring stories of how ordinary citizens accomplished extraordinary changes.