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The Story of American Freedom

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1977

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Eric Foner

The Story of American Freedom

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1977
Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • Various Eras

Theme
Publication Year

1977

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Story of American Freedom by Eric Foner chronicles the evolution of American values of freedom and liberty from the American Revolution to the conservative resurgence of the 1980s and 1990s, focusing on how freedom has been limited, contested, and expanded over time. Foner explores the meanings of freedom, the social conditions enabling it, and its boundaries across key historical periods, detailing how various social and political movements have shaped its interpretation in the United States.

Informative

Inspirational

Contemplative

Emotional

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

870 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Eric Foner's The Story of American Freedom offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the evolving concept of freedom in American history. Praised for its thorough research, the book balances an engaging narrative with academic rigor. Some readers find it dense and occasionally repetitive, yet it remains a valuable resource for understanding America's complex freedom narrative.

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Who Should Read The Story of American Freedom?

Readers who appreciate a nuanced take on American history, exploring the evolving concept of freedom, will enjoy Eric Foner’s The Story of American Freedom. Comparable works include Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States and Jill Lepore's These Truths, catering to those interested in critical, in-depth national narratives.

4.2

870 ratings

73%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

448

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • Various Eras

Theme
Publication Year

1977

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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