213 pages • 7 hours read
Jill LeporeThese Truths: A History of the United States
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
These Truths by Jill Lepore is a comprehensive chronicle of American history, spanning from Christopher Columbus’s arrival in North America to the result of the 2016 election. Organized into four parts, the narrative examines political equality, natural rights, and people's sovereignty amidst foundational struggles, Civil War, industrialism, world wars, Cold War, and modern political discord. The narrative includes dispossession, enslavement, and colonialism.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
These Truths by Jill Lepore has been praised for its comprehensive and engaging narrative of American history, effectively blending political, social, and cultural analysis. Critics commend its readability and depth, though some note it occasionally oversimplifies complex issues. Overall, it is viewed as an ambitious and insightful work, ideal for both general readers and history enthusiasts.
Who Should Read These Truths?
Readers who would enjoy These Truths by Jill Lepore are history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in a comprehensive, narrative-driven account of American history. Comparable to Howard Zinn's A People’s History of the United States and Ron Chernow's Alexander Hamilton, it's perfect for those seeking an engaging and critical exploration of America's past.