American History in 100 Nutshells

By Thaddeus F. Tuleja and Tad Tuleja

Book Overview

From the discovery of America to the war in the Persian Gulf, Tad Tuleja chronologically offers 100 sayings and events, using each as a lens through which to view America at that time. History is fascinating, but with all those pesky people, places, and dates floating in memory limbo, it's tough to remember enough to have it all make sense. Tad Tuleja has solved that problem by taking American history's most famous thoughts and phrases and succinctly explaining the events they describe. Arranged chronologically, with three informative appendices and hundreds of tidbits of off-beat information, American History in 100 Nutshells is a fast, thorough, and entertaining walk through the hallowed halls of history. You'll learn the history behind such terms and sayings as- . These are the times that try men's souls . The shot heard 'round the world . Our country right or wrong . To the victor belongs the spoils . The Trail of Tears . The Underground Railroad . Manifest Destiny . John Brown's body lies a'mouldering in the grave . Jim Crow laws . A splendid little war . The Hundred Days . 205 card-carrying communists . Don't trust anyone over 30 . And much more!

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 044990346X
• ISBN13: 9780449903469
• Release Date: May 1992
• Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!

I have used this book for many years now in my United States History classes. The entries really get to the heart of each historical issue or event. They are brief yet thorough, succinct little nuggets of knowledge. Tuleja has a wonderful writing style that is both accesible and challenging for secondary students. I heartily recommend this book as a personal read or as supplementary classroom material.

Useful for anyone!

This is a great book that will make history easily accessible and enjoyable.The book breaks 100 key events into easy to read passages summarizing key points in a most readable fashion. So many of us, unfortunately, learned hisotry from notes copied off of the board in a high school classroom. This makes the things that we should remember (Little Big Horn, Stamp Act etc) more entertaining. One reason why this book is great for individuals who already like US history is the collection of fun facts at the end of each segment.Worth owning as both a reference book and a fun read!

Better than you might think

Amazing, non-orthodox book on US history. This enjoyable, fun and easy reading is full of interesting facts. It shrinks US history down to 100 nutshells which are like reading history between the lines, probably the history most americans don't know. This is an excellent complement to any formal history book. The fresh approach offers excellent culture and, why not?, entertainment. You should not miss it.

A unique way to learn American history! Bravo!

American History in 100 nutshells is a fascinating read for increasing knowledge of American history with new insight and fun! This book is truly an enjoyable read. The format is very unusal and exciting. Mr. Tuleja presents the reader with 100 thoughts and phrases and explains the circumstances of each passage. Each "nutshell" is presented in a chronological order. The read is fast, entertaining, at times quirky. When you get your hands on this novel approach to history, you'll discover the history behind such sayings as: the shot heard round the world, our country right or wrong, to the victor belongs the spoils, John Brown's body lies a 'mouldering in the grave, and much more. I wish my father could have seen this book! He would have loved it!

A must read for US History buffs!

American History in 100 nutshells is the ultimate "fun" history book. I (pardon the 1st person) read this book last year as a Junior in high school preparing for my AP US History exam. I found the book enjoyable and even burst out laughing a couple of times! This book is also great for a brief review right before the exam. If your not taking the course, read it anyway, you won't be sorry! Thanks Mr. Tuleja!!!! P.S. It must have helped because I made a five...