The American Yawp Vol. 1: to 1877

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The definitive free U.S. history textbook, peer-reviewed and used in hundreds of colleges. Covers from pre-Columbian America through the 21st century with maps, primary sources, and critical thinking exercises.

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Continuation of the acclaimed collaborative textbook covering Gilded Age through the 21st century. Includes chapters on world wars, civil rights, Cold War, and contemporary America.

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European history told from the perspective of ordinary people rather than kings and generals. Covers from the Middle Ages to the present day, focusing on social movements, workers, and women who shaped the continent.

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Open-access textbook exploring Africa's long-term development from pre-colonial times to the present. Written by leading scholars in African economic history with study questions and data sources per chapter.

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