Don’t Know Much About American History
Don’t Know Much About American History by Kenneth C. Davis is an illustrated edition published by HarperCollins on April 1, 2003. This 224-page book presents a unique approach to American history, designed specifically for young readers. Through a series of engaging questions and answers, Davis explores significant events and figures, making history accessible and enjoyable.
In this edition, readers will discover a blend of surprising facts and historic reproductions, complemented by lively illustrations from Matt Faulkner. The book covers various topics related to United States history, including the early settlers and the expansion westward, while also addressing the experiences of Indigenous peoples. Kenneth C. Davis’s engaging style aims to bring the drama and excitement of America’s past to life, making it a valuable resource for young learners interested in history.
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Was Columbus the first European in the Americas?
What sport became more popular after the Civil War?
Were the Little Rock Nine a rock-and-roll band?
As best-selling author Kenneth C. Davis knows, history can be fun, fascinating, and memorable. When his don’t know much about® history was published in 1990, it was a sensation. The book delivered a fresh take on history with its wit and unusual detail. Davis now does for young people what his earlier book did for adults. In his trademark question-and-answer style — peppered with surprising facts, historic reproductions, and Matt Faulkner’s lively illustrations — Davis introduces our ancestors who settled the East and expanded the West, as well as those who had been living here all along. His sure touch brings the drama and excitement of the American story vividly to life.
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