Title
A People'S History Of American Empire: A Graphic Adaptation (American Empire Project)
Processing time: 1-3 days
US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days
International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days
Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items
Payment Option
Adapted From The Bestselling Grassroots History Of The United States, The Story Of America In The World, Told In Comics Formsince Its Landmark Publication In 1980, A People'S History Of The United States Has Had Six New Editions, Sold More Than 1.7 Million Copies, Become Required Classroom Reading Throughout The Country, And Been Turned Into An Acclaimed Play. More Than A Successful Book, A People'S History Triggered A Revolution In The Way History Is Told, Displacing The Official Versions With Their Emphasis On Great Men In High Places To Chronicle Events As They Were Lived, From The Bottom Up.Now Howard Zinn, Historian Paul Buhle, And Cartoonist Mike Konopacki Have Collaborated To Retell, In Vibrant Comics Form, A Most Immediate And Relevant Chapter Of A People'S History: The Centurieslong Story Of America'S Actions In The World. Narrated By Zinn, This Version Opens With The Events Of 9/11 And Then Jumps Back To Explore The Cycles Of U.S. Expansionism From Wounded Knee To Iraq, Stopping Along The Way At World War I, Central America, Vietnam, And The Iranian Revolution. The Book Also Follows The Story Of Zinn, The Son Of Poor Jewish Immigrants, From His Childhood In The Brooklyn Slums To His Role As One Of America'S Leading Historians.Shifting From Worldshattering Events To One Family'S Small Revolutions, A People'S History Of American Empire Presents The Classic Groundlevel History Of America In A Dazzling New Form.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Q: What is 'A People's History of American Empire: A Graphic Adaptation' about? A: This graphic adaptation retells the story of America's actions in the world, adapted from Howard Zinn's bestselling grassroots history, focusing on events from 9/11 back to U.S. expansionism.
- Q: Who are the authors and contributors of this book? A: The book is authored by Howard Zinn, with contributions from historian Paul Buhle and cartoonist Mike Konopacki.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is presented in a graphic format, making the historical content accessible through comics.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this graphic adaptation? A: The book was published on April 1, 2008.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, it is often used as required reading in classrooms and is suitable for anyone interested in a grassroots perspective on American history.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is brand new.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in this adaptation? A: The adaptation explores themes of U.S. imperialism, historical narratives, and personal stories of individuals affected by these events.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this graphic adaptation? A: The book is suitable for readers interested in history, particularly those looking for alternative perspectives on American history.