Dive deep into American history and uncover the often-overlooked truths behind the textbooks you grew up with. James W. Loewen’s ‘Lies My Teacher Told Me’ provides a critical examination of how history is presented in American classrooms, challenging conventional narratives and revealing a more nuanced and complex past.
Key Highlights
- Question Traditional Narratives: Explore how historical accounts can be shaped by biases and perspectives.
- Understand Textbook Bias: Learn how textbooks frequently present a sanitized or incomplete version of events.
- Gain a More Critical Perspective: Develop the ability to analyze historical information with a discerning eye.
- Discover Hidden Stories: Uncover lesser-known stories and voices often excluded from standard curricula.
Useful Facts
- Publisher: The New Press
- Publication Date: July 17, 2018
- Edition: Reprint
- Language: English
- Page Count: 480 pages
- Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9.25 inches
- Weight: 2.31 pounds
Good Fit For
- Students seeking a deeper understanding of American history.
- Educators looking for alternative perspectives to incorporate into their teaching.
- Anyone interested in critical thinking and historical analysis. Readers who enjoy non-fiction and historical inquiry.
| Main Specification | |
|---|---|
| 发布日期 | 2018 (英语). or 7月17日 (英语). |
| 品牌 | by James W. Loewen (Author) Format: Paperback |
| 项目重量 | 2.31英镑 |
| Product information | |
| 语言 | 联合国 |
| Others | |
| 产品类型 | 历史 |
| 编辑 | 重印 |
| 出版商 | The New Press |
| 打印长度 | 480页 |
| ISBN 10 (英语). | 1620973928 |
| ISBN 13 (英语). | 978-1620973929 |
| 尺寸 | 6 x 1 x 9.25 inches |
| ISBN 10 (英语). | 1620973928 |
| ISBN 13 (英语). | 978-1620973929 |