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The Book That Changed America

Randall Fuller
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The Book That Changed America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Randall Fuller

The Book That Changed America

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1850s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Book That Changed America by Randall Fuller examines how Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species challenged entrenched beliefs about racial superiority linked to justifications for slavery, influencing abolitionist arguments and sparking significant political and social shifts in pre-Civil War America, including debates among intellectuals like Henry David Thoreau. The book also discusses the pervasive and brutal impact of slavery.

Informative

Contemplative

Inspirational

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.0

606 ratings

60%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Randall Fuller's The Book That Changed America skillfully explores the impact of Darwin's ideas on pre-Civil War America. Critics appreciate the vivid historical context and engaging narrative but note that the focus sometimes strays from the central theme. Overall, it's praised for its insightful analysis and relevance to understanding intellectual history.

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Who Should Read The Book That Changed America?

A reader who enjoys The Book That Changed America by Randall Fuller likely has a keen interest in American history, particularly the Civil War era, and intellectual history. This audience may appreciate works such as Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin and The Metaphysical Club by Louis Menand.

4.0

606 ratings

60%

Loved it

30%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 1850s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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