American Journey The Concise Edition Combined Volume - 2nd Edition Author:David Goldfield, Virginia DeJohn Anderson, Robert M. Weir, Carl E. Abbott, Jo Ann E. Argersinger, Peter H. Argersinger, William M. Barney Engages students by tracing the individual and collective journeys of Americans. — — For introductory-level survey courses in American history. Offering a blend of political and social histories, The American Journey shows that living up to American ideals is an ongoing voyage?one that has become increasingly more inclusive of different gro... more »ups and ideas. With the goal of making American history accessible, the authors use a strong, chronologically-organized narrative, with an emphasis on regional balance, and provide students with the tools they need to understand history. The concise edition concentrates on the journey of individuals and groups that shape America with a trade-like, full color narrative format. Teaching and Learning Experience Personalize Learning-The new MyHistoryLab delivers proven results in helping students succeed, provides engaging experiences that personalize learning and comes from a trusted partner with educational expertise and a deep commitment to helping students and instructors achieve their goals. Improve Critical Thinking- Overview tables summarize complex issues. Chapter Chronologies help students build a framework of key events. Critical Thinking Questions accompany each map to reinforce geographic literacy and prompt students to engage with maps. Engage Students- A Voices from the American Journey feature opens each chapter and includes brief primary source excerpts from letters, diary entries and other first-hand accounts to highlight the personal dimension of the American journey and show students the wealth and variety of experiences that make up America?s history. This feature sets the stage for key themes explored in each chapter. Support Instructors- MyHistoryLab, ClassPrep, an Instructor?s Manual, MyTest and PowerPoints. Note: MyHistoryLab does not come automatically packaged with this text. To purchase MyHistoryLab at no extra charge, please visit www.MyHistoryLab.com or use the following ISBN (VP ISBN-10: 0205219578, VP ISBN-13: 9780205219575)« less