American History the Easy Way (Barron's E-Z) [Paperback]

William O. Kellogg (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764119737 | ISBN-13: 978-0764119736 | Publication Date: March 2003 | Edition: 3

This book presents a chronological review of key men, women, and events, from the time of the first North American settlers to the twenty-first century. It includes maps, illustrations, and review questions with answers. Over the years, Barron's popular and widely used Easy Way books have proven themselves to be accessible self-teaching manuals. They have also found their way into many classrooms as valuable and easy-to-use textbook supplements. The titles cover a wide variety of practical and academic topics, presenting fundamental subject matter so that it can be clearly understood and providing a foundation for more advanced study. Easy Way books fulfill many purposes: they help students improve their grades, serve as good test preparation review books, and provide readers working outside classroom settings with practical information on subjects that relate to their occupations and careers.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Side headings make for quick and easy reference while quizzes and review questions accompany each overview in American History the Easy Way, an easily-digested history almanac. From approaches to looking at history to considering the domestic changes brought about by wars, this is much more than a compendium of facts: it packs in plenty of detail and descriptions."
—Midwest Book Review, This text refers to a previous edition, out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

A chronological summary of facts and events with sideheads for fast reference

Quizzes for practice and review follow each chapter

Illustrated with maps, charts, and cartoon art

European Settlements in North America

The American Revolution and the New Nation

Slavery and the Civil War

Economic and Industrial Growth

The World Wars

The Civil Rights Movement and Social Change

America in the Twenty-First Century

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 3 edition (March 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764119737
• ISBN-13: 978-0764119736
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 7.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #932,151 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is an easy & quick book for all history students., February 23, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: American History the Easy Way (American History the Easy Way, 2nd ed) (Paperback)

This book makes history easy for kids and adults of all ages. The text is simple and easy to understand. Side questions help you understand topics, and it won't bore you (too much) with long-winded text. great for studying, all though it isn't suited for the incredable detailed test. Catches you up or renews your interest in the history of our country.

6 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Dumbed down for production line educators, March 3, 2005

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Jas B (Bellevue, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: American History the Easy Way (Barron's E-Z) (Paperback)

If the book was meant to provide a quick overview of American history as a two week long introduction to more profound study it would rate 5 stars. But this book is being used as a textbook to present the totality of American history to high school students. I've read the book and talked to educators who are using it to teach American history. It is being misused as a textbook. Some are saying this is THE book to use for teaching American history. That's like saying all the news worth knowing can be found in USA Today. The 3 stars is for the trend this book represents. Otherwise, it may be OK if applied properly as a sparse intro to American history.