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History of the United States: The Colonial Period Onwards

History of the United States: The Colonial Period Onwards by Charles Austin Beard
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Beard's "History of the United States: The Colonial Period Onwards" is a comprehensive and detailed account of American history. The book covers the country's development from the early colonial period through the Revolutionary War and beyond, providing a thorough examination of the political, social, and economic factors that shaped the nation.

One of the strengths of Beard's book is its attention to detail and wealth of information. The author provides a thorough analysis of key events and figures in American history, offering insight into the complexities of the nation's development. Additionally, Beard's writing style is clear and concise, making the material accessible to readers of all levels.

However, some readers may find the book to be a bit dense and academic in tone. Beard delves into the political and economic factors of American history, which may be overwhelming for readers looking for a more general overview of the subject. Additionally, some readers may find the book to be a bit outdated, as it was originally published in 1918.

Overall, Beard's "History of the United States: The Colonial Period Onwards" is a valuable resource for readers interested in delving deep into the complexities of American history. While it may not be the most accessible or engaging read for all audiences, it provides a thorough and informative analysis of the nation's development.

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Vol. I: The Colonial Period. Charles Austin Beard was the most influential American historian of the early 20th century. He published hundreds of monographs, textbooks and interpretive studies in both history and political science. He graduated from DePauw University in 1898, where he met and eventually married Mary Ritter Beard, one of the founders of the first Greek-letter society for women, Kappa Alpha Theta. Many of his books were written in collaboration with his wife, whose own interests lay in feminism and the labor union movement (Woman as a Force in History, 1946).

In 1921, Charles and Mary Beard published their History of the United States. A contemporaneous review stated: “The authors… assume enough maturity in high school students to justify a topical rather than a chronological treatment. They have dealt with movements, have sketched large backgrounds, have traced causes, and have discussed the interrelation of social and economic forces and politics. All this has been directed to the large purpose of helping the student to understand American today in all its national characteristics and as part of world civilization as well…The literary style is exceptionally clear and crisp, and the whole approach…is thought producing. As a textbook or handbook for the average citizen it ranks with very best.”


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Reviews (Rated: 5 Stars - 14 reviews)

Reviewer: - September 25, 2020
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Reviewer: - September 14, 2019
Subject: U.S. History Vol. VII, Section 7
The female reader of Vol VII, Section 7 sounded like a high school girl - too high pitched and garbled. Terrible speaking voice. I didn't understand 90% of her words.
Reviewer: - August 9, 2019
Subject: History of U.S.
This male reader was horribly too fast and read with staccotto. Most of your readers are terrible.
Reviewer: - August 2, 2019
Subject: History of the U.S.
The male reader of Vol.VI was terrible. His diction was influenced by his accent. It sounded like he was talking through a mouth full of mush - clear at all. Supervisors please screen these readers.
Reviewer: - July 20, 2019
Subject: history of U.S.
The man who read Chapter 1 Vol 6 Sounded like he had mouth full of mush. His pronunciation was not clear and distinct.
Reviewer: - July 18, 2019
Subject: History of U.S.
The woman reader of Vol 5, Chapter 7 read too fast and I had trouble following her. SLOW DOWN !
Reviewer: - July 18, 2019
Subject: U. S. History
The woman reader of Vol 5,chapter 6 read too fast and you couldn't grasp all the points she was rambling over. She dropped her voice at the end of each sentence also which made it difficult to understand her. SLOW DOWN !
Reviewer: - July 15, 2019
Subject: U.S. Hisyory by Beard
The woman reader of Vol. 5 chapter 4and 5 read just too fast. I couldn't absorb one idea before she was rambling on to the next point. Please read slower and don't drop your voice at the end of a sentence.
Reviewer: - July 6, 2019
Subject: History of the U.S. by Beard
The male reader of Vol 3,chapter 6 did an excellent job of reading. His pronunciation was very, loud enough and slow enough. Great job. Heshould have read the whole book.
Reviewer: - July 5, 2019
Subject: History of the United States
The female reader of Chapter 4 Vol 3 had an absolutely horrible reading and speaking voice. She was not pronouncing her words clearly and distinctly and read too fast. It sounded like she was speaking through her nose - too nasal and mushy.I couldn't understand any of her words. Whoever hires readers like that should be replaced.
Reviewer: - June 30, 2019
Subject: History of the United States - Colonial period
The man reading Chapter 10 had a terrible speaking voice.He sounded like he had a mouthful of mush and was not clear and was not speaking distinctly.The woman reading chapter 11 sounded like she had a head cold while holding her nose together with her fingers. She talked too fast at the end of her sentences. They both were hard to understand.
Reviewer: - February 7, 2019
Subject: history of US
noank yu commoncore
Reviewer: - December 25, 2018
Subject: History of America
Content worth hearing about, but one of the female readers has a terrible sing song voice that makes listening aggravating.
Reviewer: - October 14, 2017
Subject: Hope
Great app. I love being able to listen to books when I am driving. Love it!


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