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A People's History of American Empire: A Graphic Adaptation (American Empire Project)

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Delve into the vivid and stirring graphic adaptation of Howard Zinn's seminal work in "A People's History of American Empire: A Graphic Adaptation." This compelling book, published in April 2008, transforms the traditional narrative of American history, shedding light on the nation’s impact globally through the lens of racial, economic, and environmental justice. Illustrated engagingly by Mike Konopacki with historian Paul Buhle, it narrates America’s expansive role from the tragedy of Wounded Knee to the conflicts in Iraq, engagingly woven with Zinn's personal journey from a Brooklyn slum to becoming a renowned historian. This graphic adaptation makes the profound themes of the original text accessible and relatable, especially suited for high school readers eager to understand the true complexities of American history. It challenges readers to reconsider mainstream historical narratives and inspires them to think critically about the forces that have shaped our world.

Book Details

Published by Metropolitan Books on April 1, 2008
288 pages
ISBN: 9780805087444
Best for readers in High School Students
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