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Each chapter in CONTENDING VOICES examines the lives of two individuals, some of them familiar historical figures and some of them lesser known, who took opposing positions on important issues in American history. The �paired biographies� in the text are followed by a set of four to six related primary sources, many in the individuals� own voices; a �Questions to Consider� section; and an annotated bibliography. This unique format promotes critical thinking and engages you in enlightening historical debates.

Produktbeschreibung
Each chapter in CONTENDING VOICES examines the lives of two individuals, some of them familiar historical figures and some of them lesser known, who took opposing positions on important issues in American history. The �paired biographies� in the text are followed by a set of four to six related primary sources, many in the individuals� own voices; a �Questions to Consider� section; and an annotated bibliography. This unique format promotes critical thinking and engages you in enlightening historical debates.
Autorenporträt
John Hollitz received his Ph.D from the University of Wisconsin in 1981 and has been professor of history at the Community College of Southern Nevada since 1992. Previously, he taught at California State University, Chico. In addition to CONTENDING VOICES, he has also authored a critical thinking reader, THINKING THROUGH THE PAST, 5th Edition (Cengage, 2014). Dr. Hollitz is a dedicated teacher of the U.S. History survey course.