A People’s History of the United States

A People’s History of the United States is a 1980 non-fiction book by American historian and political scientist Howard Zinn. From a Marxist perspective, it tells the story of the United States from the bottom up, rather than top down, traditionally taught in American high schools and colleges.

The book was ranked at number six on the list.

There are many reasons why listeners might be interested in the A People’s History of the United States. Some might be interested in learning more about American history from a different perspective, while others might be interested in hearing about the experiences of everyday people.

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