20 Great U.S. History Books for July 4

by Zara Anishanslin

A stirring, thoroughly researched history. Full review >

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by Molly Beer

A brisk and vivid history. Full review >

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by Louis P. Masur

A fluently written account of a small but meaningful moment in American history. Full review >

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by James Dodson

Armchair travelers will enjoy Dodson’s wanderings—and may even be inspired to explore the road on their own. Full review >

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by Zaakir Tameez

A skillful blend of legal history and biography that honors the 19th century’s foremost champion of civil rights. Full review >

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by Deborah Baker

A vivid account that capably illuminates the evils half-hidden under a flickering torch. Full review >

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by Kevin Sack

A sobering, expertly told history of the struggle for equality as waged from pulpit and pew. Full review >

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by Gerri Willis

A fresh look at Civil War history. Full review >

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by Michael Luo

An estimable and vital work of history that honors the Chinese American experience. Full review >

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by Richard Kreitner

A welcome contribution to the literature of slavery, the Civil War, and American immigration. Full review >

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by John Ferling

From battles to international relations, an outstanding introduction to the American Revolution. Full review >

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by Kostya Kennedy

A skillful separation of truth, legend, and what lies between in a canonical American story. Full review >

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by Clay Risen

An exemplary work of political and cultural history that invites a gimlet-eyed look at our own time. Full review >

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by Joyce E. Chaplin

A fresh, authoritative history. Full review >

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by Linda Gordon

A timely, stirring history. Full review >

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