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A Patriot's History of the United States
Larry Schweikart & Michael Allen
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Rewriting American history through a conservative lens, "A Patriot's History" became a #1 NYT bestseller after Glenn Beck's endorsement. This controversial counterpoint to Howard Zinn's work celebrates entrepreneurs as heroes - sparking debate among historians while captivating readers across political divides.

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Rewriting America's Story: A Fresh Look at Our Nation's Journey

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What if everything you thought you knew about American history was filtered through a lens that emphasized failure over achievement? Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen challenge this perspective in "A Patriot's History of the United States." Their narrative doesn't gloss over America's flaws but places them in context of remarkable progress toward liberty. Unlike histories that focus primarily on oppression and exploitation, this account celebrates the moral foundations and individual courage that shaped the nation. Think of it as the difference between seeing America as fundamentally flawed versus fundamentally good despite its imperfections. This distinction matters deeply because how we understand our past shapes our vision for the future.

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