Posted on 11/16/2005 6:19:48 PM PST by Joe Republc
I have to admit that although I'm an avid reader of current events, I have *not* been a good student of history. What I'd love to read now is History regarding Western Civilization and history on the United States.
While I'm not particularly looking for a 'conversative' history per se, I am most definitely want to avoid PC history or revisionist history. (BTW, I remember years ago reading a revisionist history book on the U.S., slamming Christopher Columbus, Washington, and Jefferson. My naive, pre-FReeper days in the '80s!!)
I'm cheap and enjoy reading things off the web, so a good web site would be much appreciated. Otherwise, recommendations on good history books would be great, too!
I know what I'm asking is fairly broad, but whatever advice you could offer would be appreciated.
Thanks,
-- Joe
P.S. Is Wikipedia any good as a reference?
Winston Churchill, "History of the English Speaking World"
Freeper LS has co-written one, "A Patriot's History of the U.S."
I'd try some Christian book websites.
I've been looking for old school textbooks on US history - before it was re-written. I'd be interested if you find anything.
Why won't you use the library?
We bought that - my wife even likes to read it for recreation! Well recommended.
David Barton's "Original Intent" is a great history of the Constitution and its originally intended meaning.
LS' book is absolutely excellent. I highly recommend it.
"The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History" by Thomas E. Woods, Jr.
"The Politically Incorrect Guide to American History" by Thomas E. Woods, Jr., Ph.D.
Great minds think alike. LOL
bttt
Exactly what I was going to say. Joe may want to try attending his state's annual homeschool convention to see the assortment that it is available in his area. It is amazing and encouraging.
A very good one we have in our house is "Don't Know Much About History: Everything You Need To Know About American History but Never Learned" by Kenneth Davis
Well written, a good read and very evenhanded on how it handles rthe sensitive subjects such as slavery, disagreements in the 1st Constitutional Congress, etc.
I highly recommend it. Kids will like it too!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0060083824/103-0638650-7618242?v=glance&n=283155&n=507846&s=books&v=glance
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