"This superb collection could well become the standard for post-1945 U.S. history courses. Its unique combination of inclusiveness and brevity, exciting choices of documents, and apt melding of older and new themes are sure to bring new energy and insights to class discussion" --Nancy MacLean, author of Democracy in Chains "This documentary reader has depth and variety. It covers key moments in political history, but also includes compelling documents on race, gender and sexuality. A great collection for the twenty-first century." --Kathryn Olmsted, author of Right out of California"This superb collection of primary source documents spans a range from the first use of the atomic bomb to the impact of Hurricane Katrina and the 'war on terror.' The editors' thoughtful annotations allow students to situate the documents in time and place, making it a splendid teaching tool." --Michael Schiller, author of American Horizons: U.S. History in Global Context